Pool Lifeguard (Part-Time, Year- Round)

Francis-Parker-School; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Francis Parker School in San Diego seeks a part-time lifeguard to ensure pool safety and assist with facility maintenance. You will supervise patrons, perform water rescues as needed, test water chemistry and enforce rules under the direction of the Aquatics Director.

The ideal candidate holds Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certifications, can communicate clearly, identify hazards quickly and work with a team to maintain a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent.
• American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent.
• American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of pool safety rules.
• Ability to identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
• Ability to tactfully, but forcefully, provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them.
• Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they meet environmental health standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs all pool lifeguard responsibilities as assigned by Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director (e.g., supervising patrons and their activities, applying first aid, enforcing facility rules, reporting safety hazards to supervisor, performing water rescues as necessary, etc.).
• Observes conditions of area assigned to ensure a safe environment, removing hazardous materials when necessary.
• Activates facility EAP and performs rescue, promptly renders CPR or emergency first aid.
• Conducts and documents pool chemical and temperature testing results; notifies the Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director of chemical imbalances.
• Checks identification cards for authorized patrons.
• Performs cleaning duties (e.g., basic janitorial services, vacuuming, skimming, etc.) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director.
• Inspects stands, starting platforms, safety gear, etc. to ensure they are within the condition required by environmental health standards. Informs supervisor of deficiencies.
• Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment (e.g., specialized kits and bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, monitoring equipment, etc.).
• Prepares accident/incident reports after emergency situations. Notifies Aquatics Director of all emergencies immediately.
• Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).

Skills

Patrol & safety awareness

Emergency response

Communication

Hazard identification

Enforcement of rules

Team coordination

Education

Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid certification

Job description

About Francis Parker School

Francis Parker School (Parker) is a coeducational independent day school in San Diego, California with 1,330 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1912, the school’s mission is “to create and inspire a diverse community of independent thinkers whose academic excellence, global perspective and strength of character prepare them to make a meaningful difference in the world.” Parker has two campuses: one in Mission Hills (Lower School, Junior Kindergarten - Grade 5), and a second in Linda Vista (Middle and Upper School, Grades 6 - 12).

Job Description

Parker seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated and passionate individual to be responsible for the safety of pool patrons and general maintenance of the facility.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs all pool lifeguard responsibilities as assigned by Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director (e.g., supervising patrons and their activities, applying first aid, enforcing facility rules, reporting safety hazards to supervisor, performing water rescues as necessary, etc.).
• Observes conditions of area assigned to ensure a safe environment, removing hazardous materials when necessary.
• Activates facility EAP and performs rescue, promptly renders CPR or emergency first aid.
• Conducts and documents pool chemical and temperature testing results; notifies the Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director of chemical imbalances.
• Checks identification cards for authorized patrons.
• Performs cleaning duties (e.g., basic janitorial services, vacuuming, skimming, etc.) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director.
• Inspects stands, starting platforms, safety gear, etc. to ensure they are within the condition required by environmental health standards. Informs supervisor of deficiencies.
• Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment (e.g., specialized kits and bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, monitoring equipment, etc.).
• Prepares accident/incident reports after emergency situations. Notifies Aquatics Director of all emergencies immediately.
• Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.).

Qualifications

• Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent;
• American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent;
• American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent;
• Knowledge of pool safety rules.
• Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
• Ability to tactfully, but forcefully, provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them.
• Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they meet environmental health standards.
• Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed.
• Ability to exercise control over a large group of people.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Salary and Benefits

This is a part-time position paying $21.00-$23.00 per hour depending on experience. This position is not eligible for benefits. Hours will vary based on your availability and the school's needs.

Non-Discrimination

Parker values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, creed, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.