PART TIME LIFEGUARD

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Pool Manager. Is responsible for ensuring safety in the pool area at the Aquatics Center.

Supervision Exercised

Supervised by the Pool Manager. Works under general supervision.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures safety in the pool area at all times.
• Teach individual and group swim lessons.
• May be responsible for basic pool maintenance and maintaining water quality standards.
• Monitors individuals using aquatic facilities to include operation and safety of equipment.
• Assists the Recreation Coordinator, Recreation Specialist, and Pool Manager.
• Reports any unusual activities or unsafe conditions to management.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be an excellent swimmer.
• Ability to work under limited supervision.
• Ability to work with both children and adults.
• Knowledge of first aid.
• Knowledge of Wellness Center and Tribal rules regarding facility use and operation.
• Knowledge of general safety rules, equipment, games and operating procedures.
• Knowledge of general safety, requirements and procedures.
• Ability to read signs, labels and follow directions

Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications, Education and Experience

Required :

• High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of related experience.
• Lifeguard Certification.

Preferred :

• CPO Certification.
• Valid NM Driver’s License.

Licensing Status

• Must be able to successfully pass a Background and Character Investigation in compliance with PL 101.630.
• Will require a post-offer, pre-employment and random drug screening.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work outdoors at high elevations for multiple days.
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of twenty pounds.
• Work is performed indoors and outdoors.
• Subject to noise levels, odors.
• May require working odd and unusual hours.
• Duties will involve walking, standing, crouching, kneeling, and swimming.
• Specific required movements include the following :
• Trunk-bend, twist, rotate, push, pull, carry
• Arms-reach, carry, push, pull, lift, twist, rotate
• Legs-lift, push, pull, twist, rotate, balance
• Hands-grasp, manipulate, bilateral coordination, overall and finger dexterity
20 days ago