Lifeguard

Spring Grove Area School District; Spring Grove (PA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Spring Grove Area School District is seeking a Lifeguard responsible for ensuring the safety of patrons at the natatorium. Duties include enforcing facility policies, responding to emergencies, and maintaining safety standards.

Applicants must be at least 15 years old, and hold certifications in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR for Professional Rescuers. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Hold certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of facility patrons.
• Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Inspect the facility daily.
• Maintain records and reports.
• Attend all in-service training.
• Wear prescribed uniform.

Skills

Lifeguard Training

First Aid

CPR for Professional Rescuer

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Reports To

Aquatics Director

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring the safety of the facility patrons by preventing and responding to any and all emergencies.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Enforce all facility policies, rules, and regulations.
• Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies. Thirty second scan mandatory.
• Inspect the facility on a daily schedule and report unsafe conditions and equipment to supervisor.
• Complete appropriate records and reports.
• Attend and participate in all in-service training as a requirement of employment.
• Responsible for work hours. Must obtain a substitute when unable to work.
• Wear only issued uniform and maintain a professional appearance.
• Keep all certifications current.
• Complete 500 yards every 2 weeks.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training.
• American Red Cross First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

Physical Demands

• Ability to reach above and below the waist.
• Ability to use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects.
• Ability to use both hands for repetitive motion.
• Bending and twisting of the body required.
• Ability to stay alert for extended periods of time (+30 minutes).
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Sensory Abilities

• Visual acuity.
• Auditory acuity.

Work Environment

Natatorium

Temperament

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented.
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.

Cognitive Ability

• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to organize tasks.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to exercise good judgment.

Specific Skills

• Must enjoy working with groups and individuals of all ages and maintain an orderly environment.

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job.)