Lifeguard

This position is responsible for the physical safety and general maintenance of the Hopewell Community Center pool.

• Monitors activity of pool patrons, assists swimmers in need, and provides first aid when necessary
• Enforces pool rules and regulations to maintain a safe and orderly environment
• Assistswithavarietyofaquaticprograms,includingswimminglessons,swimmingclinics,andspecial events
• Keeps pool deck, surrounding areas, shower facilities, and pool equipment clean and orderly
• Provides high-quality customer service
• Assists with maintaining a inventory of equipment, supplies, and pool chemicals
• Participates in training and development activities for certification maintenance
• Responsible for opening and closing the pool area of the Hopewell Community Center
• Assists with other recreational programs throughout the department as needed
• Assist with the organization and implementation of special events coordinated by the Department of Recreation and Parks and other city departments; may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and in times of emergency (activation of the city’s Emergency Operations Center).

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High school diploma/GED and previous lifeguard experience preferred but not required

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid certifications required

• Knowledge of water safety rules, general pool policies, and Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR practices and techniques
• General knowledge of pool cleaning and maintenance practices

• Swimming, communication, customer service and teaching skills

• Physical ability to perform rescues and assist disabled persons
• Ability to take quick and appropriate action under stressful conditions
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment

Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed indoors but is exposed to temperature changes and/or extreme noise, odors, heights, depths and/or dust. However, on occasions will be assigned outdoor duties for special events/assignments.

• Stooping, crouching, sitting, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping ,hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception.