Lifeguard- Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

New Canaan Recreation Department

Lifeguard Job Description

Job Title : Lifeguard

Classification : Part Time, Seasonal Summer Memorial Day to Labor Day

Reports To : Reports directly to the Aquatic Director and / or Aquatic Supervisor.

Staff Supervision : none

Position Purpose :

Provide front line supervision, safe support, and monitoring of swimmers at the Waveny Pool and Kiwanis Park Swim Facilities.

Essential Job Functions :

• Lifeguards are directly responsible for guarding the pool as assigned, enforcing the rules and regulations at the Aquatic Facilities and performing maintenance duties as assigned.
• Lifeguards will perform First Aid as necessary, enter all incidents into the logbook, and fill out accident reports when necessary.
• Lifeguards on early or late shifts will perform the opening and closing duties as outlined in our manual.
• They are required to run, swim, or otherwise exercise daily to maintain required levels of fitness.
• Lifeguards are required to attend training sessions as schedule by the Aquatic Director.
• A current Lifeguard certification is required.
• Maintain good public relations when dealing with the public.
• Enforce rules and regulations of the facility.
• Respond to medical emergencies that occur at the facility.

Qualifications :

Age 15+, A current Lifeguard certification is required Background check is required.

Physical Requirements :

To perform the abilities of a certified lifeguard.