Lifeguard I

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

13h • $17 - $23

About The Position

This part-time position with rotating days to include weekends, and both day and evening hours, is in the Recreation Division of the Parks & Recreation Department. In this position, you will be responsible for safeguarding all patrons at public swimming pool facilities through observation and intervention. The Lifeguard I ensures safety through rule enforcement and maintenance and sanitation standards. This position could be asked to temporarily supervise the facility in the absence of the Lifeguard III if they are in the chain of command with experience.

Requirements

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification.
• OR: Currently taking a Pima County Parks and Recreation American Red Cross Lifeguard training course.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application.
• Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Responsibilities

• Oversees activities at a public swimming pool which includes rule and behavior enforcement
• Conducts surveillance duties while on stand and intervenes with appropriate water rescues and skills
• Recognizes and responds effectively to emergency situations by activating and participating in the Emergency Action Plan
• Attends and participates in all required staff in-services
• Administers first aid including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Maintains facility sanitation, cleaning, and pool vacuuming, which includes testing and logging pool water for chemical balance, reporting chemical imbalances and/or safety concerns to the pool supervisor
• Assists with a variety of aquatic programs which can include swim lessons, junior lifeguarding and swim team, etc.
• Provides a welcoming environment for all patrons
• Documents incidents and/or injuries
• May assist in recording daily participation numbers, collecting basic daily revenue, reconciling daily revenue, and making nightly deposits.

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed