Lifeguard

Description

General Statement of Position:

Ensures the safety of all patrons and provides information pertaining to water quality, temperature, and other related items.

Representative

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintains a positive community image for the District.
• Strives to maintain a positive environment among the District’s organizational division.
• Actively supports the Safety Policy and the District established loss control program, including training, safety rules and developing ideas for the prevention of incidents, while providing a safe environment for Park District staff members and patrons.
• Participates in the preparation of daily records relating to rescues, assists, first aid, weather conditions, and sanitation as may be required.
• Assists in the proper maintenance and sanitary operation of the aquatic facility inside and outside, hose down floors, take garbage out, etc.
• Performs rescues and appropriate follow‑up procedures including the use of any available equipment in the performance of first aid.
• Performs other duties in connection with the operation of the facility as may be assigned.

Representative Marginal

Job Functions:

• Must be able to effectively communicate with pool patrons
• Have a complete understanding of pool specific practices such as whistle code, positions, rotation procedures, emergency action plan etc.
• Strong customer service skills

Equal Opportunity Employer
Channahon Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Channahon Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening can contact the Channahon Park District.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Be at least 16 years of age. Possess a valid American Red Cross Lifesaving Certificate. Possess a valid First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Knowledge of the proper use and application of water safety, rescue, and first aid techniques.

Position Considerations:

• Must have the physical ability to perform job functions
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions including heat and sun
• Must demonstrate good judgment, appropriate level of response, and logical thought process in the execution of the duties and responsibilities
• Must have ability to deal with people under stressful situations
• Will be expected to display initiative when working within area of responsibilities.
• Must have ability to respond quickly and accurately to public
• Will be required to work evenings and weekends
• Must have good safety awareness.
• Must be able to resolve conflicts fairly and exercise good judgment