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Job description
Lifeguard Position
Reports To: Aquatics Center Coordinator & Fitness and Aquatic Center Supervisor
Essential Job Functions
Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility
Able to act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency
Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services
Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service
Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled
Maintains a clean facility performing house cleaning duties
Assists Lifeguard personnel with knowledge of policies and procedures as well as departmental goals and objectives
Assists in the new lifeguard orientation process
Occasionally assists with inservice training
Inventories and recognizes when supplies or equipment need to be ordered and communicates the needs to the Aquatics Coordinator
Assists Aquatics Coordinator as requested
Employment Requirements
Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively with patrons, supervisors, and other employees.
Ability to remain alert, attentive, and responsible.
Ability to be a team player
Ability to perform tasks requiring physical strength and/or stamina to effectively rescue victims, administer first aid, and CPR;
Ability to perform work, which involves frequent lifting, pushing and pulling of heavy objects;
Ability to hear and distinguish a variety of sounds in a noisy environment such as participants in need of assistance, whistles, or co-workers requesting assistance in a rescue effort;
Ability to see patrons in need of assistance from any distances;
Ability to speak loudly to warn program participants of impending danger
Experience
Preferred: Age 17 years or older
Required: Previous lifeguard experience
Additional Requirements
Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (required)
Working knowledge of lifesaving techniques
Strong swimming and life saving abilities
Schedule and Location
Shifts vary Monday through Sunday at the New Prague Fitness and Aquatic Center. This position would include approximately 20+ hours per week in the summer. Potential for some hours throughout the school year.
Training
Attendance at monthly/bimonthly staff trainings is required.
Worksite address
new prague, MN, 56071, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.