Lifeguard

Job Summary

Serve as lifeguard for all pool operations; provide constant surveillance of pool activities.

Essential Functions

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Service Work (95%)

Guards the safety of swimmer by providing constant surveillance of the entire pool area

Directs and supervises the behavior of all swimmers to ensure compliance with pool safety rules

Provides emergency lifesaving assistance to troubled or drowning swimmers; performs lifesaving

CPR and First Aid in accordance with certified practices and procedures; contacts emergency medical assistance when needed; stays with victims until emergency medical assistance takes over care of the victim.

Maintains neatness and cleanliness of the pool area; collects/disposes of trash; maintains neat and orderly pool office.

Other Responsibilities (5%)

Performs other related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of life saving techniques and ability to perform them in emergency situations

Ability to supervise swimmers and provide constant surveillance of pool activities in order to ensure swimmer safety and to respond to emergency rescue when needed.

Ability to enforce all swimming pool rules

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language

Ability to swim and meet life saving requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education and Experience

Must be at least 15 years of age. Complete the required training to be a certified lifeguard AND six months experience as a lifeguard OR any equivalent demonstration of training or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications/Licenses

Red Cross Certified Lifeguard

Physical Requirements

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.)

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an indoor pool environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with humidity, heat, noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Statement of Purpose

This document provides descriptive information about the above Salvation Army position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. An individual’s ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. The Salvation Army reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11.61 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person