Lifeguard_NE-TX_391-Other Program

The company name is: The Salvation Army International; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a community-focused organization as a Lifeguard! In this role, you will ensure the safety and well-being of all pool users while providing swim lessons and maintaining a clean aquatic environment. Your expertise in lifesaving techniques and pool management will be crucial in preventing accidents and responding to emergencies. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in your community while working in a vibrant outdoor setting. If you are passionate about safety and enjoy working with people, this is the perfect role for you!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred; no formal experience required.
• Ability to perform lifesaving activities and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of pool users through constant surveillance and emergency response.
• Maintain cleanliness and chemical balance of the pool.

Skills

Lifeguarding Surveillance Techniques

First Aid

C.P.R.

Pool Management

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Pool Vacuum Pump

Pool Heater

Pool Filtration System

General Office Equipment

Pool Cleaning Equipment

Job description

Lifeguard_NE-TX_391-Other Program Kerrville, TX 201 Holdsworth Drive 78028, 201 Holdsworth Drive, Kerrville, Texas, United States of America Req #34292 Monday, January 20, 2025

Ensures the health, safety and welfare of those using the aquatics facilities of The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center; provides constant surveillance of pool activities; observes swimmers, and enforces regulations in the guarding of life and the prevention of accidents; maintains the cleanliness of the pool and pool area; monitors and controls the chemical levels of pool water ensuring proper levels are maintained at all times; prepares pool records in an accurate and complete manner.

Essential Functions:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Lifeguard Responsibilities (40%):

1. Maintains constant surveillance of members, guests, and visitors of the aquatic’s facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of same in the event of an emergency.
2. Gives group and individual swim lessons as booked following standard training techniques.
3. Directs and supervises the activities and behavior of all swimmers to ensure compliance with pool safety rules; interacts with all members, visitors, and guests in a respectful, professional, and positive manner.
4. Provides emergency lifesaving assistance to troubled or drowning swimmers; performs lifesaving C.P.R. and first aid in accordance with certified practices and procedures; contacts emergency medical assistance when needed; stays with victims until emergency medical assistance takes over care of victim.

Pool Cleaning Responsibilities (40%):

1. Maintains the cleanliness of the pool water; vacuums bottom of pool surface; scrubs side walls; back washes filter system; checks filter gauges and regulates water level and temperature of pool.
2. Tests the pool water Ph level and chlorine level as scheduled in order to ensure correct chemical balance of pool water; dispenses chemicals into the pool as needed.
3. Maintains neatness and cleanliness of pool deck area and pool deck furnishings; collects and disposes of trash; maintains a neat and orderly pool office.

Child Care Responsibilities (15%):

1. Ensures the accountability, security and safety of children participating in aquatics activities; reports all accidents to the supervisor in an accurate and timely manner.
2. Exhibits control of the children and, when needed, displays proper discipline techniques.
3. Administers basic first aid as necessary; reports any health issues with supervisor in accordance to policies and procedures.

Administrative Responsibilities (5%):

1. Prepares and maintains weekly reports of aquatic program and attendance.

Other Responsibilities:

Attends and participates in regularly scheduled in-service trainings, orientations, and staff meetings. Performs other duties as assigned.

Materials and Equipment:

• Pool Vacuum Pump
• Pool Heater
• Pool Filtration System
• General Office Equipment
• Pool Cleaning Equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of proper pool management.
2. Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
3. Ability to enforce all pool rules.
4. Ability to test and adjust pool water to ensure the proper chemical balance as well as the safety of the swimmers.
5. Ability to prepare and maintain up-to-date pool records.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred and no formal experience required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications:

1. LGI Certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)
2. C.P.R., First Aid, and A.E.D. Certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to meet attendance requirements.
2. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.
3. Ability to swim and perform life saving activities.
4. Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis.
5. Moderate amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, bending, twisting, and carrying light to moderately objects (up to 50 lbs.) occasionally.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an outdoor pool environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Statement of Purpose:

This document provides descriptive information about the above Salvation Army position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. An individual’s ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. The Salvation Army reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.

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We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!

Other details:

• Job Family TX-NON-EXEMPT
• Job Function Recreation
• Pay Type Hourly

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