Head Lifeguard / Lifeguard

Shenendehowa Central School District; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 21,352 - 24,108; Part time

Job summary

Shenendehowa Central School District is looking for motivated Head Lifeguards and Lifeguards to ensure the safety and welfare of swimmers. Candidates will supervise aquatic activities, assist the Aquatics Director, and develop safe, engaging environments for students.

Head Lifeguards require a high school diploma, two years of experience, and specific lifeguard certifications. Lifeguards need basic CPR training and the ability to work well with youth. Offering competitive hourly rates, this role is crucial in maintaining a safe area for aquatic activities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma (GED).
• Two years’ experience as a lifeguard in a pool facility.
• Basic life support CPR certification and Senior Life Saving Certificate from the Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Aquatics Director with training lifeguards and pool staff.
• Perform routine patrol of pool activities and enforce pool rules.
• Provide assistance and apply resuscitation techniques when necessary.

Skills

Ability to swim well

Good judgement

Ability to establish working relationships

Experience working with youth

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of two years of high school

Tools

CPR certification

Senior Life Saving Certificate

Job description

Head Lifeguard and Lifeguards

8 hrs/day, 10 months/year.

Shenendehowa Central School District has an anticipated vacancy and is now accepting applications. The District is seeking culturally proficient individuals who actively foster an engaging environment where students can develop confidence in their own success consistent with the profile of a Shenendehowa employee.

Head Lifeguard Job Responsibilities

Head Lifeguards are responsible for assisting the Aquatics Director with the implementation and training of all lifeguards and pool staff of the emergency action safety plan for the District Aquatics Center pool. They perform routine patrol of the pool activities, coordinate and supervise lifeguards, enforce compliance with pool rules, and supervise the pool area, including all activities and instruction that take place in the pool and surrounding areas such as locker rooms when the pool is unoccupied. Head Lifeguards stand watch and patrol swimmers, provide assistance when swimmers are in difficulty, apply resuscitation techniques, and render first aid when necessary. They model appropriate social skills, facilitate social interaction, assist with pool safety, instruct beginner swimmers, attend to student physical needs (such as assisting with equipment), and perform other related duties as assigned. Specific tasks will vary depending on grade level and activities assigned.

Lifeguard Job Responsibilities

Lifeguards are responsible for performing routine patrol of the District Aquatics Center pool activities, including physical education classes, interscholastic athletics, and community use of the pool to ensure the safety and welfare of the swimmers. Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, lifeguards enforce compliance with pool rules, supervise the pool area, including all activities and instruction that take place in the pool and surrounding areas such as locker rooms when the pool is unoccupied. They stand watch and patrol swimmers, provide assistance when swimmers are in difficulty, apply resuscitation techniques, and render first aid when necessary. Lifeguards model appropriate social skills, facilitate social interaction, assist with pool safety, instruct beginner swimmers, attend to student physical needs (such as assisting with equipment), and perform other related duties as assigned. Specific tasks will vary depending on grade level and activities assigned.

Compensation & Benefits

Head Lifeguard – $17.50 per hour

Lifeguard – $15.50 per hour

Head Lifeguard Certifications/Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma (GED)
• Two years’ experience as a lifeguard in a pool facility
• Basic life support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification and Senior Life Saving Certificate from the Red Cross or an equivalent certifying agency
• Working knowledge of first aid, lifesaving, and rescue work as applied to accidents in the water
• Ability to swim well and establish and maintain good working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administration
• Ability to keep records and make simple reports and arithmetic computations
• Exhibit good judgement, mental alertness, tact and courtesy
• Physical condition commensurate with the responsibilities of the position
• Experience working with youth (preferred)

Lifeguard Certifications/Qualifications

• Completion of two years of high school and possession of basic life support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification and Senior Life Saving Certificate from the Red Cross or an equivalent certifying agency
• Working knowledge of first aid, lifesaving, and rescue work as applied to accidents in the water
• Ability to swim well and establish and maintain good working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administration
• Ability to keep records and make simple reports and arithmetic computations
• Exhibit good judgement, mental alertness, tact and courtesy
• Physical condition commensurate with the responsibilities of the position
• Experience working with youth (preferred)

Shenendehowa Central School District is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, gender, disability which can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status or any other classification protected by law.