Lifeguard (Part Time, Seasonal)

Oquirrh Recreation and Parks District•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Aquatics Safety Supervisor, help ensure the safety and supervision of the patrons in and around the Aquatic areas of the Fitness Center.

Requirements

At least 15 years of age
Certification in the following: Standard First Aid, CPR / AED For The Professional Rescuer, Lifeguard Training and First Aid Training through a certifying agency approved by the District
Ability to pass a Center prepared water test
Ability to communicate effectively with patrons, supervisors, and other employees
Ability to hear average or normal conversations
Ability to have average, ordinary vision acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products, or operate machinery. Depth perception and/or field of vision.
Alert, attentive, and responsible
Ability to be a team player
Willing and available to work early mornings, mid-day, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Moderate physical activity including pushing, pulling, and/or lifting medium weights
Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching, and bending
May have a few disagreeable elements such as noise, poor ventilation, or extreme or uneven temperatures
Must work inside and outside
Intermittent exposure to stress

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing Lifeguard duties in an effective manner
Supervise the conduct of patrons to prevent unsafe conditions and behavior
Strictly and tactfully enforce rules, regulations, policies, and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons using the Facility
Respond to accidents or situations in or out of the water and provide first aid, CPR, and other assistance as necessary
Participate in the record keeping of accidents, rescues, water temperature, and water chemical testing
Help keep the Fitness Center clean and uncluttered
Help maintain pool areas by putting in/taking out lane lines, cleaning decks, covering and uncovering the pools, and removing all unnecessary equipment from the pool areas
Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner
Assume responsibility for maintaining positive relations with patrons
Always conduct oneself in a professional manner and be dressed in proper uniform
Assist and support patrons in a positive and productive manner
Respond to questions and/or concerns of patrons in a prompt fashion
Handle rule violators tactfully
Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective working relations with personnel and management
Attend all staff meetings and in-service training sessions
Assist other lifeguards and area personnel as necessary
Stay aware of other lifeguard chairs and areas of responsibility
Provide input for Aquatic area planning
Discuss areas of concern with appropriate personnel
Other duties as assigned