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Job description
Rate: $17.50 USD per hour
nDescription
nPosition Summary: Lifeguard III will assist in planning, supervising and implementing activities in the Aquatic Department and may be required to lifeguard and teach. Attendance at all in-service trainings required. Duties and Responsibilities:
nnnProvide on-deck shift oversight for daily operations of the aquatics facility including weekly programming as directed by the Aquatics Manager or on duty Coordinator.
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nnProvide assistance to swim instructors and team coaches during swim programming and practices to ensure a safe and customer friendly experience for participants and patrons.
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nnConsiderately and patiently enforce RJKCCC rules to provide a safe environment for all members, visitors and employees. Caution swimmers regarding unsafe areas and actions.
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nnMaintain order and cleanliness in all swimming areas, on deck and in water.
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nnAssist in training and instruction of recommended TSA Aquatic staff for Instructor-level Certifications. This training will lend to, but not be limited to, their ability to train and teach other lifeguards and TSA staff.
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nnMust be able to analyze situations and adopt a quick and effective course of action; maintain constant observation of an assigned area to identify any signs of danger.
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nnMust monitor and assist aquatic staff with proper radio calls and emergency response.
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nnConduct regular skill-based audits of lifeguard staff on a rotation so as to help ensure proper team response and preparedness.
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nnAssist, when asked by manager, with conducting in-service trainings when necessary.
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nnRescue swimmers in danger of drowning.
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nnProvide first aid, rescue breathing and CPR when needed.
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nnMaintain and review records and reports as assigned. Oversee that all incident reports are properly completed and filed with the Aquatic Manager.
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nnInspect and supervise staff cleaning and maintenance of swimming pool areas, locker rooms, restrooms, trash cans, cleaning equipment, aquatic equipment storage areas, and other areas as assigned, as well as performing cleaning as needed.
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nnProvide great customer service to the community; see that all customers, clients and members are given prompt and courteous service.
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nnMaintain a professional attitude and approach to problem solving.
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nnEnsure that safety protocols and aquatic standards are in place during shift assignments.
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nnAbility to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers and customers in person and over the phone. Must be able to communicate during uncomfortable situations to address concerns with a customer or staff member.
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nnSee that Liability injuries are reported timely and according to procedure.
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nnMaintain a safe working environment. Report all harmful problems with facilities to the Aquatic Manager.
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nnMust wear standard apparel as prescribed by the Aquatics Manager and exhibit a professional appearance at all times while on duty.
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nnOther aquatic assignments as required.
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n nGeneral Qualifications and Proficiencies:
nnn18 years of age preferable.
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nnMust be able to read, write and communicate proficiently in English.
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nnMust be able to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and split shifts.
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nnExperience working with the public.
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nnDemonstrate the ability to relate positively and energetically with staff, clients, members and customers. Ability to be self-motivated, work independently and in a team environment. Must also have effective communication skills and engage positively with the public.
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nnTwo years of experience as a lifeguard is preferred.
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nnOne-year prior experience as a head lifeguard, or equivalency, highly desirable.
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nnMust have prior to start of employment unless otherwise noted and must maintain current certifications in the following:
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nnAmerican Red Cross Lifeguard certification
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nnAmerican Red Cross Lifeguard Management certification within nine months of hire
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nnAmerican Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification within nine months of hire
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nnAmerican Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification to include AED
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nnAmerican Red Cross Oxygen Administration certification
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nnAmerican Red Cross Blood Borne Pathogens within 90 days of hire
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nnCPO certification highly desirable.
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nnWSI certification highly desirable.
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nnEmergency Response or other advance first aid desirable.
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nnMust have excellent computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel.
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nnMeet all health and safety regulations as defined by the Health Department as well as TSA.
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nnHave a philosophy of education and child development, which is consistent with that of the Center and TSA.
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nnHave the ability to work with children, parents, and staff in a capacity of leadership, counseling and education.
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n nPhysical Requirements:
nnnMust maintain minimum fitness level to be able to accomplish the following:
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nn300-yard continuous swim
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nnTread water for 2 minutes without the use of hands
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nnPosition requires proficient swimming ability and endurance. Must perform the proper application of rescue and first-aid techniques. This position requires the ability to properly extract victims from the pool(s) to the deck, and ability to lift and carry at least 40 lbs., sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, jog, pull, push, balance, reach and ability to use fingers and hands. Position may require operating equipment such as computer keyboard and standard office equipment.
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nnMust be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of all aquatic’s areas.
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n nQualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
nEqual Employment Opportunity: Minorities/Women/Disabled/Protected Veterans
nQualifications
nExperience
nRequired
nnMust have: o American Red Cross Lifeguard certification o American Red Cross Lifeguard Management certification within nine months of hire o American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification within nine months of hire o American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification to include AED o American Red Cross Oxygen Administration certification o American Red Cross Blood Borne Pathogens within 90 days of hire
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nnnEmergency Response or other advance first aid desirable
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nnWSI certification highly desirable
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nnCPO certification highly desirable
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nn1 yr prior experience as head lifeguard preferred
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nn2 years lifeguard experience preferred
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nn18yrs of age preferable
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n nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Worksite address
coeur d'alene, ID, 83814, US
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