Lifeguard

Job Description

Job Description

• Under the direction of a Supervising Lifeguard or other supervisor official, protects life and provides for the safety of persons in swimming / bathing areas
• Observes bathers or assigned sections of swimming / bathing areas
• Patrols or monitors swimming areas on foot, in vehicles, or from towers to ensure safety and enforce rules and regulations
• Rescues distressed bathers using designated rescue equipment
• Administers artificial respiration, resuscitation, and first-aid treatment prior to the arrival of emergency medical staff
• Cooperates with medical and law enforcement personnel at the scene of an emergency