Pro-Active Lifeguard: Safety, Rescue & Service

City of Cleveland Heights; Kentucky; On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cleveland Heights seeks a dedicated lifeguard to ensure the safety of pool patrons, prevent emergencies, and deliver high-quality customer service to residents. The role requires active supervision, preventive surveillance, and prompt response to incidents.

Candidates must hold current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid certification, be at least 15 years old, and able to swim 300 yards continuously with proper technique; strong judgment and communication skills are

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.
• Ability to swim 300 yards non-stop using front crawl and breast stroke.
• Ability to tread water for two minutes using only kick.
• Proficiency in in-line stabilization and back-boarding.
• Demonstrated ability to perform active and passive victim rescues.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate pro-active lifeguarding.
• Enforce all pool policies in a fair, consistent manner.
• Inspect facility daily and report unsafe conditions.
• Complete records and reports promptly.
• Maintain readiness to perform rescues and conduct chemical checks when requested.
• Participate in in-service training.
• Provide high quality customer service to residents.

Skills

Pro-Active Lifeguarding

Surveillance & rescue techniques

Emergency response

Policy enforcement

Daily facility inspection

Record keeping

Rescue readiness

Chemical checks

In-service training

Sun protection

Leadership & PR

Decision making

Education

Current ARC Lifeguarding, CPR/AED & First Aid

Job description

City of Cleveland Heights seeks a dedicated lifeguard to ensure the safety of pool patrons, prevent emergencies, and deliver high-quality customer service to residents. The role requires active supervision, preventive surveillance, and prompt response to incidents.

Candidates must hold current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid certification, be at least 15 years old, and able to swim 300 yards continuously with proper technique; strong judgment and communication skills are