Lead Lifeguard; Seasonal Dept. Of Public Works

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Oversees aquatics operation and maintenance activities at an assigned facility, monitors activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents, and provides assistance to patrons; performs directly related work as required.

The principal function of an employee in this class is to oversee lifeguard and maintenance activities at an assigned facility and provide surveillance and protection duties at public aquatics facilities. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Aquatics Supervisor, with but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. Supervision is exercised over the work of employees in the classes of Lifeguard I, Lifeguard II, and Recreation Aide.

The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other City employees, and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed at public aquatics facilities, with some exposure to rescue hazards and hazardous pool chemicals.

• Supervises, trains, evaluates, and coordinates the work of other lifeguard personnel at assigned facility;
• Monitors activities of patrons at public aquatic facilities to ensure compliance with facility and pool rules;
• Rescues swimmers in distress and performs life-saving procedures, including rescue breathing techniques, CPR, and swimmer rescue techniques;
• Oversees order at public aquatic facilities, including enforcing water safety rules, resolving conflicts, and furnishing information to the public;
• Performs first aid to injured patrons;
• Completes schedules for lifeguards and other facility staff;
• Reviews and organizes lifeguard reports and prepares weekly reports for Aquatics Supervisor review;
• Conducts daily in-service training to maintain lifesaving services at maximum efficiency; checks lifesaving devices and equipment daily to ensure proper location and serviceability;
• Completes testing of water, chlorine, filter, and vacuum systems and initiates corrective action, as required;
• Resolves staff conflict issues;
• Intercedes to resolve conflicts, complaints, and public relation issues that cannot be resolved by lifeguard personnel at assigned facility;
• Performs moderate manual labor, as required;
• Provides guidance and demonstrations to new employees in similar positions;
• Keeps supervisors informed of work progress, issues, and potential solutions;
• Attends meetings and training to stay current on relevant practices and developments;
• Responds to citizen inquiries courteously and promptly;
• Coordinates regularly with others to enhance interdepartmental efficiency; and
• Performs additional duties as required by the classification

• Comprehensive knowledge of water rescue, resuscitation, first aid, and lifesaving practices and techniques;
• Thorough knowledge of facility operation and aquatics program;
• Thorough knowledge of emergency procedures specific to facility and program;
• Thorough knowledge of paperwork, deadlines, and purpose;
• Thorough knowledge of water testing procedures;
• Substantial knowledge of labor and custodial fundamentals;
• Some knowledge of state and local bathing codes;
• Ability to identify resources in rescues and ground management;
• Ability to accurately review and complete reports;
• Ability to comprehend and follow safety rules and regulations;
• Ability to deal with and resolve complex public relations issues;
• Ability to delegate tasks to subordinates;
• Ability to remain constantly vigilant in facility environment;
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language;
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions;
• Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions;
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines;
• Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology;
• Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.

• Graduation from High School or possession of a GED; and
• Three to five years of experience in public aquatic facility activities; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform…