Lifeguard II

To provide the people of the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District’s service area with outstanding recreation programs and a system of parks, trails, and facilities that enhance the quality of life.

Must be 18 years of age or have graduated from high school by first working shift.

Under general supervision, opens, closes, and secures the pool facility; monitors activities in the water, pool decks, and ancillary areas of aquatics facilities to ensure the safety of patrons; explains and enforces swimming programs and pool policies, regulations, and rules. Performs rescues and administers first aid, CPR, and AED as needed; prepares facilities and sets up equipment for special activities and events;

and performs related work as required. Lifeguards IIs may be required to work in the front office of the Aquatics Office to check patrons in and collect money.

Receives general supervision from higher-level supervisory staff and direction from higher-level staff. Exercises no supervision over staff.

This is the journey-level classification in the Lifeguard series responsible for performing the full range of lifeguard duties, including patron safety and opening/closing an assigned pool facility. Incumbents at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the aquatics operating procedures and policies. This classification is distinguished from the Aquatics Lead in that the latter is an advanced journey-level classification which provides technical and functional direction over assigned lifeguard staff.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodation so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Provides aquatic safety and supervision for patrons; monitors activities in the water, pool decks, and ancillary areas of District aquatics facilities to prevent accidents and to ensure the safety and well-being of patrons.

Implements and monitors District policies and procedures; enforces aquatics regulations; cautions patrons regarding unsafe activities.

Responsible for opening, closing, and securing the facility, including setting and disarming alarm systems; checking equipment and placing in the proper location; covers and uncovers the pool; sets or removes lane lines; powers up and turns off electrical equipment and computers; ensures pool area is cleared prior to closing facility.

Prepares facilities and sets up equipment for scheduled aquatics activities and events; may assist in the implementation of aquatics programs and special events.

Performs all required lifeguard-training skills as needed.

Assists and aids in swim lesson programs under the direction of assigned Swim Instructor.

Provides high quality customer service in a safe and timely manner.

Inspects and maintains swimming and pool equipment for functionality, ensures proper placement and availability in the pool area, and recommends maintenance and repair, as needed.

Maintains pool and restroom areas in safe and clean condition.

Maintains logs and records activities.

Participates in required training sessions, including safety drills and other emergency procedures.

Collect money and provide change to patrons entering the aquatics center.

Assists with District special events as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must be 18 years of age or have graduated from high school by first working shift.
• One season of experience performing certified lifeguard duties.

• Principles and techniques of lifeguarding, including lifesaving methods and procedures.
• Proper opening, closing, and aquatics facility set-up procedures.
• Operational characteristics of water rescue safety equipment and devices.
• Principles and practices for providing a high level of customer service.
• Ability to count money and provide change.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications.

• Learn and understand the organization and operation of the District’s aquatics facilities.
• Learn, monitor, and enforce relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• React to and handle swimmer rescue and medical emergencies in a safe and effective manner.
• Administer first aid, CPR, and AED as needed.
• Maintain order and safety in a crowded and noisy environment.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Perform work in an efficient, effective, safe, and timely manner.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

• At time of appointment, accredited lifeguarding certification and maintained throughout employment.