Lifeguard

Independence School District; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence School District is seeking a lifeguard for the Henley Aquatic Center to monitor safety and respond to aquatic emergencies in accordance with American Red Cross guidelines. The role requires certification upkeep, physical endurance, and the ability to work in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities include incident reporting, following the Emergency Action Plan, attending trainings and staff meetings, and assisting with patron services such as swim lesson signups and general inquiries.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and hold valid certification in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguarding, and First Aid.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in a variety of temperature ranges.
• Must be able to demonstrate all American Red Cross certification skills upon request.
• At least one or more years working as a lifeguard preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and properly to all emergency situations according to American Red Cross guidelines.
• Be able to demonstrate all American Red Cross certification skills upon request.
• Ensure all rescue/incident reports are properly completed after an incident.
• Inform the Director/Assistant Director of all rescues/incidents.
• Know and practice the Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Report to work in a timely manner and be ready to start the shift on time.
• Attend one hour of in-service training per week.
• Attend all required staff meetings and full staff in-services.
• Must follow the dress code for a lifeguard.
• Know and enforce all facility rules.
• Be aware of the needs of the guard on-duty during "down time".
• Remain in the building at all times.
• Be alert for a whistle call from the guard on duty.
• Be ready to respond to the on-duty lifeguard's call for assistance.
• Keep current on all American Red Cross CPR, Lifeguard, and First Aid certifications.
• Perform any extra cleaning duties required by the supervisor while on "down time".
• Remain in the office while on "down time".
• Answer the phone politely.
• Answer any patron questions.
• Receive money from patrons wishing to use the facility.
• Sign up patrons for swim lessons.
• Alert the Director /Assistant Director of any concerns.
• Complete other duties as defined and assigned.

Skills

CPR certification

Lifeguard

First Aid

Stands long hours

Thermal tolerance

Certification demonstration

Job description

• Must be able to obtain and hold valid certification in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguarding, and First Aid
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a variety of temperature ranges
• Must be able to demonstrate all American Red Cross certification skills upon request
• At least one or more years working as a lifeguard preferred

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and hold valid certification in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguarding, and First Aid
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work in a variety of temperature ranges
• Must be able to demonstrate all American Red Cross certification skills upon request
• At least one or more years working as a lifeguard preferred

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To

Aquatics Director

Assistant Aquatics Director

Job Goal

To properly scan for and respond to all types of aquatic emergencies and to provide as safe an environment for patrons and staff as possible

Performance Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and properly to all emergency situations according to American Red Cross guidelines:
• Be able to demonstrate all American Red Cross certification skills upon request
• Ensure all rescue/incident reports are properly completed after an incident
• Inform the Director/Assistant Director of all rescues/incidents
• Know and practice the Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
• Report to work in a timely manner and be ready to start the shift on time
• Attend one hour of in-service training per week
• Attend all required staff meetings and full staff in-services
• Must follow the dress code for a lifeguard
• Know and enforce all facility rules
• Be aware of the needs of the guard on-duty during "down time"
• Remain in the building at all times
• Be alert for a whistle call from the guard on duty
• Be ready to respond to the on-duty lifeguard's call for assistance
• Keep current on all American Red Cross CPR, Lifeguard, and First Aid certifications
• Perform any extra cleaning duties required by the supervisor while on "down time"
• Remain in the office while on "down time"
• Answer the phone politely
• Answer any patron questions
• Receive money from patrons wishing to use the facility
• Sign up patrons for swim lessons
• Alert the Director /Assistant Director of any concerns
• Complete other duties as defined and assigned

Terms Of Employment

The Lifeguard will be employed for twelve month positions. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Henley Aquatic Center Staff Performance Based Evaluation.