PT LIFEGUARD

City of Boulder City, NV; Boulder City (NV); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Boulder City, NV is seeking a lifeguard supervisor to oversee pool areas, enforce rules, and respond to emergencies. The role includes first aid and CPR as needed, maintaining water quality, and ensuring safety across facility programs.

Qualifications include a minimum age of 16, valid lifeguarding with First Aid/CPR certification, and the ability to work evenings or weekends as necessary. The position emphasizes safety, training, and public relations with patrons.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of lifeguarding rescue techniques and safe working practices.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively.
• Capability to respond to emergencies and provide First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervision of the pool and surrounding areas.
• Takes action to prevent injuries by minimizing hazards.
• Enforces pool facility policies, rules and regulations.
• Recognizes and responds effectively in emergencies.
• Provides first aid or CPR as needed.
• Reports unsafe conditions to the Aquatic Coordinator immediately.
• Completes accident or disciplinary forms and submits to supervisors.
• Responds to inquiries and provides information about pool and programs.
• Performs maintenance, cleaning and water quality control as directed.
• Wears appropriate uniform and maintains professional appearance.
• Covers/uncover the pool and inspects equipment daily for safety.
• Vacuums the pool and records pool readings as directed.
• Maintains physical fitness and skill proficiency; swims 500 meters weekly.
• Must be sixteen (16) years of age at time of hire.

Job description

This position supervises swimmers, minimizes dangers, educates facility users about safety, enforces rules and regulations, gives assistance and prepares records and reports. This description is intended to indicate the essential functions and levels of work difficulty of the position and is not intended to describe in detail all of the position's specific duties and responsibilities nor exclude other duties of similar level or difficulty. Additionally, it is not intended to limit management's rights to assign, direct, and control the work of employees beyond the essential functions under their supervision.

• Provides supervision of the pool and surrounding areas.
• Takes appropriate action to prevent injuries by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors.
• Enforces and adheres to all pool facility’s policies, rules and regulations.
• Recognizes and responds effectively in all emergencies.
• Provides first aid or CPR as needed.
• Reports any unsafe conditions to the Aquatic Coordinator immediately.
• Ensures that proper forms are completed in case of accidents or disciplinary actions and turns them in to the Aquatic Coordinator or the Assistant Aquatic Coordinator.
• Responds to inquiries and provides information relating to the pool facility and its programs.
• Performs maintenance, cleaning and water quality control as directed.
• Wears appropriate uniform including red suit, whistle, staff or lifeguard shirt.
• Maintains a professional appearance.
• Covers and uncovers the pool.
• Inspects the pool and equipment daily for safety and usability.
• Vacuums the pool and takes pool readings as directed.
• Maintains good physical fitness and skill proficiency – workout swim 500 meters once per week.
• Must be sixteen (16) years of age at time of hire. Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or border state driver's license, as defined by NRS 483.
• Must possess American Red Cross Lifeguarding with First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer course or Starfish Aquatic Institute Star Guard course (must include First Aid and CPR/AED).
• Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of application of lifeguarding rescue techniques; safe working practices; principles and practices of facility rules, policies and procedures; leadership qualities and public relation skills.

Skill in First Aid and CPR; aquatic activities.

Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; work independently with minimal supervision; communicate effectively with others both verbally and in writing.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Supervisory classification: No

Safety Sensitive: No

May be required to work an alternative or flexible work schedule, outside of normal business hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Physical Requirements

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds unassisted.

Mental Activities

Upholding ethical standards and practices. Making decisions that align with City’s values and ethics. Maintaining focus on tasks over extended periods. Capacity to make informed and effective decisions. Ability to evaluate options and consequences. Assessing situations and making sound decisions. Evaluating risks and benefits. Understanding written documents and instructions. Interpreting and applying information from various sources. Handling challenging situations calmly. Understanding technical information relevant to the job.

Physical Activities

The worker performs physically demanding manual work in lifting, pushing or pulling heavy objects and operating janitorial and maintenance equipment and tools.

Visual Acuity

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

Working Conditions

Position requires physical activity including swimming, deep-water work, bending, lifting, carrying and other activities. The work is typically performed in an aquatics facility. Work may be performed outdoors in inclement weather. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

The City of Boulder City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. The City of Boulder City encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer