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P/T Lifeguard

Gainesville, Georgia

Gainesville (GA)

On-site

USD 10,000 - 60,000

Part time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a dynamic Parks & Recreation team dedicated to ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all facility patrons! As a lifeguard, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe environment while enjoying perks like flexible hours and free access to aquatic facilities. This exciting position involves monitoring pool activities, responding to emergencies, and enforcing facility rules. If you are passionate about swimming, safety, and providing excellent customer service, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in your community while enjoying great benefits!

Benefits

Flexible Hours
Free Access to Aquatic Center
Discounts on Programs and Rentals

Qualifications

  • Must hold current certifications in LGT, CPR, and First Aid.
  • Ability to swim 1,000 yards monthly and perform rescues.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure safety and health of facility patrons through vigilant monitoring.
  • Perform lifesaving duties and maintain cleanliness of the facility.

Skills

Lifeguarding Skills
CPR Certification
First Aid Certification
Effective Communication
Swimming Proficiency

Education

Lifeguard Training Certification

Tools

AED

Job description

Join the Parks & Recreation Family!

We offer so many perks working for the City: great experience, flexible hours, FREE access to Frances Meadows Aquatic Center – including the Fitness Center and Splash Zone, DISCOUNTS on concessions, programs, and rentals, and so much more!

Under general supervision, is responsible for the safety and health of all facility patrons to ensure proactive and expeditious accident prevention and response; responds to all dry land and water related accidents and emergencies; enforces compliance with state and local laws as well as facility and agency regulations and policies; and performs related duties as assigned.

Hold and maintain current certification in LGT, CPR and First Aid.

Successfully complete the Pool Lifeguard Test and Challenge which includes both simulated and pool and land rescues prior to employment. This test must be successfully passed at a minimum of twice per year.

Have basic general knowledge of pool maintenance and operation.

Proficiency in performing LG skills, FA, CPR and using an AED.

Ability to complete a 1,000 yard swim monthly.

Must attend monthly in-services to strengthen both mental and physical skills.

Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Must be able to work early mornings, during the day, late evenings, weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Must be 16 years of age or older.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
  1. Perform Lifesaving responsibilities in accordance with American Red Cross and Agency policies.
  2. Completion and submission of required forms in a timely manner and always by the end of shift.
  3. Maintenance/sanitation duties as assigned.
  4. Be constantly alert and aware of dangerous situations.
  5. Maintain order in all areas of the pool.
  6. Enforce all facility rules and policies in a firm, consistent manner.
  7. Maintain assigned position in the rotation schedule.
  8. Maintain assigned post unless relieved by an authorized and certified replacement.
  9. There should be no conversation while on duty.
  10. SIT IN THE LIFEGUARD CHAIR.
  11. The walking guards will refrain from any activity that will distract them from their zone of responsibility.
  12. Assist in cleaning of pools, decks, locker rooms, restrooms, etc. on a daily basis.
  13. Check pool chemicals every two hours and properly record them.
  14. Other duties, as assigned, by the Pool Manager or higher authority to facilitate the safe, sanitary, effective operation of the assigned facility.
  15. Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility.
  16. Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
  17. Inspect the facility on a daily schedule and report any unsafe conditions or equipment.
  18. Exercise regularly to maintain fitness level for strength and endurance.
  19. Notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with state rules.
  20. Operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or with the specified parameters.
  21. Must be able to lift children and adults in rescues.
  22. Have knowledge of all Aquatic programs and schedules.
  23. Have a thorough understanding of the EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN for the assigned facility.
  24. Present a professional appearance and attitude at all times maintaining a high standard of customer service.
  25. Adherence to and enforcement of all Gainesville Parks & Recreation Agency personnel, facility, operational and patron policies, procedures, regulations and rules.
  26. Represent the Gainesville Parks & Recreation Agency and the Aquatic facilities in a positive, professional and consistent manner.
  27. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
  28. Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
  29. Be able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
  30. Be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals and policies.
  31. Report to work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required.

This position is classified as safety-sensitive. Incumbent will be subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.

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