Lead Lifeguard

Job Description

Location:

6002 Parks & Recreation/Recreation

Pay Grade: A00

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

This position is responsible for managing the swimming pool staff and facility.

• Performs surveillance of staff and patrons in the swimming pool facility
• Enforces all swimming pool facility policies, rules, and regulations; ensures compliance with Tulsa City-County Health Department rules and regulations
• Assigns opening and closing duties including equipment set up, restroom cleaning, trash duties, pool vacuuming, and maintenance of proper swimming pool chemical balance
• Assists patrons in a friendly manner without compromising policies, rules, regulations, or surveillance duties
• Recognizes emergencies and responds quickly and effectively to those emergencies
• Inspects the facility on a daily schedule and reports any unsafe conditions or equipment to the Swimming Pool Supervisor
• Complete reports and records in a professional manner
• Coordinates, demonstrates, and participates in regular in-service training
• Performs other related duties as assigned

• 16 years of age or more
• Possession of current American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid certification (or equivalent)
• Possession of current American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification (or equivalent)
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee will climb a ladder, negotiate steps and stairs, talk, and hear. The employee will occasionally lift, pull, push, or move items up to 25 pounds in weight.

An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the City of Broken Arrow policies, including the successful completion of a background check and drug/physical screening.

City of Broken Arrow is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, color, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected class. Broken Arrow is committed to reasonable accommodation, and a smoke free/drug free workplace.

This position does not qualify for benefits.