PT Pooled Aquatics (Lifeguard) (65 positions)

City of Pasadena; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Pasadena Lifeguards are seasonal staff dedicated to patron safety at city pools. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, preventing injuries, responding to emergencies, and administering first aid, CPR, and AED as needed.

Lifeguards also complete incident reports, coordinate with staff, and conduct daily safety inspections. Applicants should maintain swimming fitness and hold American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR with AED, First Aid, Water Park, and BBP certifications (obtainable

Qualifications

• Customer service orientation
• Emergency response readiness

Responsibilities

• The lifeguard ensures patron safety and enforces facility rules and regulations.
• Responds quickly and effectively to emergencies and administers first aid, CPR, and AED as needed.
• Completes incident reports and communicates needs to staff and managers.
• Performs daily inspections, maintains fitness and swimming skills, and ensures safety equipment is functional.

Job description

Duties

The primary responsibility of a lifeguard is to ensure patron safety and protect lives. The Lifeguard position is a seasonal position with the City of Pasadena Parks & Recreation Department. Prevent injuries by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors. Enforce all facility rules and regulations and educate patrons about them. Recognize and respond quickly and effectively to all emergencies. Administer first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), or use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in an emergency if needed. Inform other staff and managers when more help or equipment is needed. Complete incident reports. Perform cleaning tasks as assigned by any upper Management. Inspect the facility and equipment daily and report any safety issues. Maintain fitness level (swimming skills, strength and endurance). Maintain certifications from the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding, CPR with AED, First Aid, Water Park, and BBP (can obtain through the City of Pasadena prior to hire). Customer Satisfaction: Display customer service with greetings, surveys, and acknowledgments. Handle customer concerns promptly and provide feedback to ensure customer satisfaction. In-Service Trainings: Attend and actively participate in weekly and city-wide In-Service Trainings. Required Work Days/Times/Hours: Lifeguards may work up to a 39-hour week. Depending on the pool site, the hours required to work may fluctuate. Lifeguards may be scheduled to work as early as 7am or as late as 9:00 p.m. Weekly In-Service Trainings are mandatory for Lifeguards. Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements. Work the assigned schedule and comply with City timekeeping and attendance policy. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

American Red Cross in Lifeguarding, CPR with AED, First Aid, blood borne pathogens, and Water Park certification (can be obtained through the City of Pasadena prior to hire).