Lifeguard
GRADE : G1 (Hourly Range / Step 1 - Step 8 : $17.49 - $21.57)
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE : $17.49
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK : 19
FTE : .475
MONTHS PER YEAR : 12 Months
JOB CODE : 100525
POSITION TYPE : NEW TEMPORARY / PERMANENT
LOCATION : THORNTON, CO.
SUMMARY : This is responsible for general lifeguarding duties at events and activities at the Veteran’s Memorial Aquatics Center (VMAC).
This position is non-benefited and scheduled as needed based on facility programming for less than 20 hours a week.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Tasks Descriptions
1. Ensure safety of athletes, coaches, program participants and spectators by observing swimmers and spectator areas at all times, correct unsafe behavior, effectively responds to emergency situations, perform lifesaving procedures and assist patrons.
Enforce VMAC rules and regulations.
2. Perform daily facility checks on equipment to meet manufacturer and State health code regulations and complete facility reports daily.
Provide facility support by performing cleaning of pool and pump room, including, but not limited to, emergency clean-up anywhere in the facility.
May assist with snow clearance of walkways as needed.
3. Perform set-up and take down of events and practices taking place at the VMAC to include, but not limited to, moving of bulkheads, lane lines, timing system, computers, tables, chairs, platforms, etc.
4. Attend mandatory staff training and / or meetings.
5. Perform other job related duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE :
- Either currently in High School or High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must be a minimum of 15 years old.
- No experience required.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS :
- Criminal background check required for hire.
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid Certification required.
- American Red CPR-PR / AED Certification required.