Lifeguard

Job descriptions/specifications are intended to indicate the essential functions and levels of work difficulty of the position and are not intended to describe in detail all of the position's specific duties and responsibilities nor exclude other duties of similar level or difficulty. Additionally, it is not intended to limit management's rights to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Under direct supervision of the Leisure Services Superintendent, assists the public in the safe use of City aquatic facilities, responsible for the overall cleanliness and look of the Recreation Center aquatic facilities and assist with various aquatics programs.

• Standard Red Cross First Aid practices.
• Water hazards, life saving techniques and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Swimming pool operations, safety rules and regulations, rules and regulations relating to Recreation Center Aquatics programs, and water rescue methods and procedures.

• Make correct decisions and act quickly in emergencies.
• Render latest approved First Aid and artificial respiration procedures if needed.
• Avoid conversation with public or engage in other distraction while on the lifeguard stand.
• Able to follow oral and written instructions.
• To be highly motivated, responsible, enthusiastic, and a team player.
• Work a flexible schedule which may include some evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other personnel.

Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience which provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Must be at least 16 years old.

Experience: One or more seasons of experience as a lifeguard are desirable.

Training

License or Certificate
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Must possess at the time of employment and continuously throughout employment a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483, Lifeguard Certifications, current First Aid and CPR Certificates.

Communicativeness - Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.

Composure - Effective performers maintain emotional control, even under ambiguous or stressful circumstances. They are able to demonstrate emotions appropriate to the situation and continue performing steadily and effectively.

Customer Service - Effective performers attend to customers in a timely manner. They view the organization through the eyes of the customer and go out of their way to anticipate and meet customer needs.

Drive/Energy - Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in today s organizations. They know that a healthy work/life balance is important to sustained energy. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce…