Head Lifeguard

Job Description:

Head Lifeguard

Description

Job Summary
Responsible for daily operations and supervision of lifeguards and patrons at a City of Bryan swimming pool. Performs all lifeguard responsibilities including monitoring pool activities, enforcing facility rules, responding quickly to emergency situations, administering first aid, and performing water rescues as needed. Serves as the manager on duty when a supervisor is not present.
Essential Job Functions

• Performs all lifeguard responsibilities including monitoring pool activities, performing water rescues, and performing first aid or CPR when needed.
• Ensures that swimmers are well supervised in the pool and on decks.
• Acts immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.
• Assists in orienting new lifeguards to job duties and responsibilities.
• Acts as a role model to other staff by demonstrating high standards of personal conduct.
• Assists in planning and conducting in-service training to ensure lifeguards are fully competent in first aid, CPR , and all water rescue techniques.
• Ensures lifeguards perform in accordance with established safety regulations and policies.
• Keeps supervisor well informed of pool maintenance needs including cleaning, chemical adjustments and repairs; perform pool maintenance as necessary and how trained by Supervisor.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for patron disputes.
• Communicates with other lifeguards and facility staff about the need for additional assistance or equipment in an emergency.
• Delivers excellent customer service to all patrons.
• Observes, enforces, and educates patrons about the rules and regulations of the facility.
• Ensures timely completion of required inspections and reports and submits them to the proper person or office.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary facility.
• Maintains appropriate fitness level to perform all essential functions of the position.
• Continually practices safe work habits and alerts management about safety and other workplace concerns.
• Reports for duty at the times specified and ensures a high standard of personal presentation and appearance is maintained per policy.
• Attends mandatory training, orientations, and other staff meetings as scheduled.
• Adheres to the policies, rules, regulations, and procedures of the City of Bryan and the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Required:

• High School Diploma/ GED .
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess at least two (2) years of lifeguarding or closely related experience.

Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements
Must possess the following certifications:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification
• American Red Cross Training Certification in Community First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer

Salary:

$14.00/hour