Lifeguard

Overview

Lifeguards are part-time, year-round positions working 10-25 hours per week at the Green River Recreation Center's swimming pool. Under general supervision, this position performs various duties related to pool safety.

• This position reports to the Recreation Center Supervisor, Aquatics Coordinator and/or the Aquatics Shift Leader, depending on the scheduled work shift.
• The Lifeguard position does not supervise other positions.
• Enforce pool rules and maintain discipline in the pool area.
• Perform rescue and emergency activities as required.
• Monitor all areas of the pool and wet room area.
• Perform other related job duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of
  :
  Lifeguarding Techniques.
• Skill to
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  Achieve and maintain physical conditioning required to effectively perform duties.
• Ability to
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  • Follow oral and written instruction
  • Perform assigned tasks properly and efficiently
  • Communicate on a daily basis through an intercom or microphone system
  • Distinguish varying levels of cleanliness and take necessary measures to ensure a clean environment

• Education & Experience
  :
  Any combination of education, training, and experience that would provide necessary public contact and lifeguarding skills.
• Minimum Age Requirement
  :
  Must be 15 years of age or older
• Minimum License and/or Certifications
  :
  • Possession of valid CPR and First Aid Certificates
  • Possession of valid Lifeguard Training Certificates

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, crouch and twist; work with hands above shoulder height with up to 40 lbs.; work with arms extended at shoulder height with up to 20 lbs.; lift or carry 50 lbs. or less and push and/or pull heavy weights on a regular basis.

Applicants who are offered employment are required to pass a comprehensive background investigation, job-related physical exam, drug screening test and motor vehicle record check.

The City of Green River is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance.