Lifeguard Jobs in Charlotte, NC

POSITION SUMMARY :

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is looking for dynamic individuals to join our team as Lifeguards. These positions will be responsible for ensuring a safe swimming environment for the general public. Specific duties include providing basic first aid, delivering exception customer service, and overseeing all swimming activities. These positions will be based at any of our Aquatic facilities- Ray’s Splash Planet, Marion Diehl Recreation Center, Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center, Eastway Regional Recreation Center and Northern Regional Recreation Center. In addition, we currently have Temporary and Limited Part Time (19 hours per week) opportunities available. Selected candidates can expect to work evenings, weekends, and rotating holidays. Candidates must be 16 years of age or older to apply.

By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Patrol, observe or monitor recreational swimming activities in assigned area; ability to detect hazards, disturbances, or safety infractions
• Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment
• Contact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury
• Rescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment
• Instruct participants in swimming or other recreational activities and provide safety precaution information
• Complete and maintain records of weather conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident information
• Maintain quality of pool water by testing chemical levels
• Warn recreational participants of inclement weather, unsafe areas, or illegal conduct
• Inspect recreational equipment and facilities for safety and cleanliness
• Provide assistance in the safe use of equipment
• Participate in recreational demonstrations and events
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience : No experience required

Education : Must be at least 16 years old and possess at least an eighth (8th) grade education; hold and maintain all required certifications

Combination of relevant experience and relevant education accepted? : N / A

Licenses / Certifications : Lifeguard certification, CPR certification, First Aid certification

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT :

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and / or disaster situations.