POOL - LIFEGUARD

Ardmore; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to ensure the safety and enjoyment of patrons at their aquatic facilities. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment while assisting with various aquatics programs. Ideal candidates will possess lifeguard certification and CPR/First Aid training, along with strong communication skills to effectively engage with the public. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact community enjoyment and safety. If you're passionate about water safety and enjoy working outdoors, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must obtain lifeguard certification and CPR/First Aid card prior to employment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and handle emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the public in the safe use of City aquatic facilities.
• Maintain cleanliness of the water park and assist with aquatics programs.
• Enforce rules and regulations of safety and conduct.

Skills

Lifeguard Training

CPR/First Aid

Problem-solving

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director and Swimming Pool Management, assists the public in the safe use of City aquatic facilities, responsible for the overall cleanliness and look of the water park and assist with various aquatics programs.
Work effectively in a highly stressful environment and ability to communicate with the public; problem-solving; reading and writing. Must obtain lifeguard certification and CPR/ First Aid card prior to the first day of employment.

• Represent the Parks and Recreation Department by maintaining a professional attitude
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings
• Handle all incidents in a manner appropriate to your training
• Communicate any potentially dangerous elements of the facility to the Aquatics Coordinator
• Assist instructor with swim lessons.
• Perform the assigned duties of lifeguard, including administering first aid and resuscitation as required.
• Assist in pool programs and activities.
• Assist in enforcing rules and regulations of safety and conduct.
• Assist in keeping the pool area, restrooms, and deck clean and free of litter.
• Perform other duties as required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 16 years of age and possess current certificates for Lifeguard Training or be able to obtain certification prior to opening of the pool; First Aid/CPR card is also required prior to pool opening.
DESIRABLE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Perform water safety and lifesaving techniques.
• Assist in swim lessons.
• Maintain control and handle emergency situations.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Deal effectively and courteously with the public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Use of hands, arms, and legs and other motor skills used for swimming skills. Ability to sit and work long periods of time in varying degrees of weather. Exposure to loud noise, bending, kneeling, walking on slippery surfaces, squatting; uses senses of vision, hearing, and smell to diagnose problems.
Physical Job Requirements:
Physical Activities
None Under 1/3 To 2/3 Over 2/3
Physical Activities
None Under 1/3 To 2/3 Over 2/3
Stand X Lift up to 25 pounds X Walk X Work Outdoors X Sit X
Normal Vision with or without corrective lenses
Moderate to Loud Noise Level Use hands to finger, handle, and feel X Climb and balance X Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl X Talk and hear X Taste and Smell X
Conditions of Employment:

• Subject to post-offer, pre-employment drug screen
• Subject to post-offer, pre-employment fit for duty examination
• Subject to post-offer, pre-employment criminal background check
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Performance Measurements:

• Policies and procedures relevant to Parks and Recreation are understood, followed, and modeled for other employees.
• Effective relations exist with co-workers as well as with the public and complaints are resolved in a timely manner.
• The City’s professional reputation is maintained.

This is a Safety Sensitive position:
This job has been classified as a “safety sensitive” position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. In this position, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, which might include random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a Medical Marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for Marijuana.
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