Temporary - Lifeguard I-II (Part-Time/Multiple Positions/Parks and Recreation Department)

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
– Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include but are not limited to:

– Responsible for the safety of pool patrons by preventing accidents and responding quickly to emergency situations.
– Must know and be able to perform all skills required for certifications.
– Must follow and enforce pool policies and rules at all times.
– Performs routine maintenance to pool area i.e. vacuum, pick up trash.
– Must be able to verbally communicate with the public and staff effectively.
– Plans and organizes recreational program activities.
– Maintains inventories and cares for City property and equipment.
– Keeps supervisor informed of materials and supplies necessary to conduct programs.
– Cleans program areas after completion of activities and at end of work day.
– Demonstrates cooperative behavior with team, supervisors, and the public.
– Leads, teaches, demonstrates, and officiates recreational activities for a variety of age groups.
– Monitors and records compliance with safety and department guidelines and rules.
– Maintains attendance, activity, supply, and equipment records.
– Assists in development of lesson or activity plans and program evaluations.
– Assists in the use of equipment and supplies.
– Communicates with a wide range of people.
– Provides information and directions.
– Encourages and guides participants.
– Sets up equipment for scheduled recreational activities and events.
– May involve cash handling.
– May give direction to program volunteers on specific activities or projects.
– Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
– Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

– Knowledge of general safety practices and procedures.
– Knowledge of First Aid Basic knowledge of personal computer operation.
– Ability to learn and care for equipment and supplies.
– Ability to provide guidance and instruction Ability to communicate activity objectives, programs information, and directions.
– Ability to conduct activities following established rules and guidelines.
– Ability to retain and enforce safety rules and department guidelines.
– Ability to evaluate program activities verbally and in writing.
– Ability to obtain Lifeguard/First Aid/Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation/ AED certification Ability to plan, organize, motivate, lead, and promote a variety of recreational activities for different age groups with diverse interests and varying skill levels.