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RECREATION LIFEGUARD I (CLASS CODE 6110)

New Orleans, Louisiana

New Orleans (LA)

On-site

USD 10,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring safety and enjoyment at municipal swimming facilities. As a lifeguard, you'll play a crucial role in supervising swimming activities, providing swimming instruction, and administering first aid as needed. This position not only requires a passion for water safety but also the ability to maintain order and cleanliness in a vibrant community environment. With a focus on preventing injuries and promoting safe practices, you'll be part of a vital service that enhances the community's recreational experience. If you're certified and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 16 years old and have relevant certifications.
  • Experience in lifeguarding and emergency response is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise swimming activities and ensure safety at the pool.
  • Perform water rescues and administer first aid when necessary.
  • Conduct swimming instruction for both adults and children.

Skills

Lifeguard Training
First Aid
CPR
Water Rescue Techniques
Swimming Instruction

Education

Lifeguard Training Certification
Community First Aid and CPR Certification

Job description

General lifeguard work at a municipal swimming pool, including the supervision of swimming, swimming instruction, and administration of first aid measures when required. Work also includes:

  • Preventing injury or loss of life at aquatics facilities for swimming and bathing by performing water rescue and prevention techniques, first aid, and CPR;
  • Conducting pool care tasks;
  • Maintaining staff and patron safety, order, and discipline at the assigned aquatics facilities;
  • Performing emergency water-rescue techniques to assist persons in distress, applies CPR, and administers standard first aid when necessary;
  • Assisting in the implementation of aquatics programs and special events;
  • Explaining and interpreting operational and programmatic rules and regulations to park patrons;
  • Enforcing or referring enforcement to proper authorities;
  • Ensuring general safety, cleanliness, and appearance of assigned aquatics amenities including pool areas, restrooms, and showers when able to do so without distraction from lifeguarding responsibilities;
  • Providing swimming instruction to adults and children;
  • Ensuring adherence to rules and regulations regarding pool use by the public;
  • Maintaining order and safety in and around the pool;
  • Performing related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

  1. Minimum age of sixteen at the time of application.
  2. A current, nationally recognized Lifeguard Training Certification from a professional provider.
  3. A current, nationally recognized Community First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification from a professional provider.

This position requires a one (1) year probationary period.

Background check required. The hiring department will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check.

APPLICATIONS: Applications will not be accepted if received after the closing date or after the stated maximum number of applications has been received.

WORKING TEST PERIOD: Effective August 1, 2023, the working test (probationary) period for all positions in the classified service is one year.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE TESTING: The City of New Orleans has a comprehensive program of substance abuse testing.

GOOD MORAL CHARACTER: Required of all applicants. Any applicant may be disqualified if his/her character or past employment record is found to be unsatisfactory.

IMPORTANT: Applicants who are licensed to drive should have a current license on their person for purposes of identification during all phases of an examination.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: On original entrance examinations, veterans shall receive additional credit if claimed as provided on the Veterans Preference claim form.

EXPERIENCE: Applicants will not receive credit for unpaid work unless specified on the job announcement.

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