Lifeguard & Pool Safety Specialist

City of Muskogee; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Muskogee is seeking a Lifeguard to safeguard facility patrons and respond effectively to emergencies. The role involves enacting pool rules, daily facility inspections, and routine maintenance tasks to ensure safe operations.

The position requires at least 16 years of age with no prior experience necessary. Lifeguard Training, CPR/First Aid certifications, and the ability to perform life-saving skills are essential components of the job.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age. No previous experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques; understanding of facility rules, policies, and procedures; leadership, public relations and decision-making skills; knowledge of First Aid and CPR.
• Ability to swim and to complete administrative paperwork.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and respond effectively in emergencies.
• Use communication signals to notify lifeguards and call head guard when needing assistance.
• Enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules, and regulations.
• Inspect the facility on a daily schedule and report unsafe conditions or equipment to the supervisor.
• Complete records and reports.
• Participate in regular in-service training sessions.
• Maintain a polite, positive attitude when dealing with the public; use an assertive voice when enforcing rules.
• Complete opening and closing tasks including equipment setup, cleaning restroom facilities, power washing, vacuuming pools, picking up trash, and testing chemicals.
• Performs other work as necessary and/or as assigned.
• Must report to work on a regular and timely basis.

Skills

Lifeguard surveillance

Rescue techniques

First Aid knowledge

CPR knowledge

Leadership & public relations

Decision making

Swimming ability

Administrative paperwork

Tools

Lifeguard Training Certification

Pro-Rescuer CPR

AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

City of Muskogee is seeking a Lifeguard to safeguard facility patrons and respond effectively to emergencies. The role involves enacting pool rules, daily facility inspections, and routine maintenance tasks to ensure safe operations.

The position requires at least 16 years of age with no prior experience necessary. Lifeguard Training, CPR/First Aid certifications, and the ability to perform life-saving skills are essential components of the job.