Lifeguard

This position is responsible for lifeguarding the pool, ensuring the safety of all members and guests, enforcing pool rules, and implementing emergency response plans as needed.

If an employment offer is made we will train to receive Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED!

Free Membership to the WCC!

Pay Range -$16.50 PER HOUR

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-Time Hourly Non-Exempt

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prevent emergencies by scanning the pool in a continuous and consistent manner.
• Recognize emergencies or potential incidents and address them immediately
• Perform assists or rescues as needed
• Provide care such as, CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen as needed.
• Complete incident reports in a timely and effective manner
• Enforce pool rules. Handle issues as they arise in a professional manner.
• Test pool chemicals at the beginning of each shift and record in log. Report any problems or variations.
• Attend all required monthly and yearly in-service trainings and staff meetings
• Make sure all doors are securely locked when a lifeguard is not on duty. Never leave the pool unattended.
• All change in hours will be in writing. You are responsible for finding your own coverage.
• Engage in active listening with members and guests in order to build relationships, understand each individual's goals and interests and take the initiative to assist in the achievement of those goals.
• Bring to the attention of the Aquatic Director any new ideas or enhancement of current programs.
• Maintain cleanliness and neatness of the pool areas.
• Maintain and track current Lifeguarding and First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications with the American Red Cross for yourself
• Bring to attention of the Aquatics Director any problems, complaints or suggestions that pertain to the operation of the aquatic programs.
• Know the state codes for swimming pools, OSHA rules and regulations for safety and the chemicals in use and first aid for such chemicals.
• Adhere to WCC Core Competencies and Employee Manual.
• Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may be asked to perform other duties related to aquatics as needed.