Lifeguard (Indoor) [0605/24/14]

The City of Euless, TX; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 18,597; Part time

Job summary

The City of Euless, TX, is seeking a Lifeguard responsible for supervising pool patrons and responding to aquatic emergencies. Candidates must be at least 15 years old and possess valid lifeguard certification, CPR, and First Aid.

This role requires excellent leadership and communication skills, the ability to work various hours, and a commitment to facility safety and cleanliness. The position offers a salary of $12 - $13.50 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of age.
• Possess or obtain valid lifeguard certification after hire.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and emotional control under stress.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pool patrons and respond to emergencies.
• Provide customer service and assist with patron concerns.
• Enforce safety and security protocols at the facility.
• Carry out Facility Emergency Action Plans (EAPs).
• Attend mandatory training sessions.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Valid lifeguard certification

First Aid and CPR

Job description

Salary/Pay Rate: $12 - $13.50 (Depending on experience) | Posted Date: 01/26/2024

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Lifeguard is responsible for the supervision of pool patrons while preventing, identifying, and responding to aquatic emergencies. Lifeguards must be punctual, fair, consistent, knowledgeable, and professional, and must be able to visually scan all pool areas, identify distressed swimmers or customers, perform in-water rescues, assist when necessary, complete CPR when appropriate, and provide first aid care to patrons. Other duties may include maintaining pool operations and equipment, assisting with locker room and bathroom maintenance, and interacting with other City employees and citizens.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the supervision of pool patrons, rescuing victims, and administering lifesaving care when needed.
• Provides customer service assistance to ensure positive public relations, resolve patron concerns, and meet patron needs.
• Follows and enforces appropriate safety and security precautions to safeguard all City assets (human, environmental, and financial).
• Responsible for carrying out Facility EAPs and assists in maintaining a safe and clean facility.
• Respects and follows the "chain of command" and attends all mandatory in-service training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Must have excellent leadership, organizational, and communicative skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to talk, see, hear, and read in adverse environmental conditions.
• Ability to maintain an effective and pleasant working relationship with citizens, the general public, employees, and volunteers.
• Must be able to work various hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Ability to maintain an acceptable appearance at all times, with regard to required uniform and personal hygiene.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, regular and consistent attendance, and emotional control under stress.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and flexibility in changing job demands and when interacting with employees, visitors, and the public.
• Must be mentally and physically fit.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

Must be at least 15 years of age and must possess, or obtain directly after hire, a valid lifeguard certification, Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR. Shallow water Lifeguarding Certification through the American Red Cross is also acceptable.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

To perform the essential functions of the job, must be able to perform strenuous physical activities including running, kneeling, bending, twisting, dragging, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 lbs. of various recreational and athletic equipment.

Pre-employment screening includes but is not limited to Drug Screen, Physical Examination, Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Review and applicable Background Checks.