Municipal Pool Lifeguard

Lifeguard Job Description

We are looking to recruit an observant Lifeguard to ensure the safety of visitors to our aquatic facility. The Lifeguard will explain safety rules to patrons, warn them about unsafe situations, and be prepared to respond to any emergencies that may occur.

To ensure success you need to assess situations swiftly, and make judicious decisions regarding the safety of swimmers. Top candidates are excellent communicators, swift and safety-minded.

Lifeguard Responsibilities:

• Overseeing activities at aquatic facility.
• Explaining and enforcing rules, regulations and policies to ensure safety of patrons.
• Monitoring designated areas to recognize signs of danger.
• Warning swimmers regarding unsafe situations.
• Maintaining order in swimming areas.
• Responding to emergencies and rescuing swimmers in danger of drowning.
• Performing first aid procedures.
• Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of all areas.
• Maintaining records and reports.

Lifeguard Requirements:

• 15 years of age or older.
• Completion of lifeguard training.
• 1+ months related experience.
• First Aid, AED, and CPR certification for Adults, Children and Infants.
• Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in interacting with people of various ages from diverse backgrounds.
• Physically fit, strong, agile and dexterous.
• Must be Able to pass a mandatory background Investigation