MIA Summer Lifeguard – Job Description & Application
This position is a seasonal, non-benefitted position.
The Lifeguard functions as a lifeguard at the Montevideo swimming pool. Lifeguards supervise the conduct of swimmers in order to maintain a safe environment.
Typical Duties:
- Observes swimmers at the Montevideo swimming pool; warning those who violate pool safety rules, and expelling them, if necessary, for willful disobedience
- Maintains a safe but enjoyable poolside atmosphere for participants by continuously monitoring pool facility for potential problems or dangerous situations
- Rescues swimmers who are in distress; administers first aid and artificial respiration, if necessary, according to prescribed methods
- Cleans, disinfects, and maintains the pool, pool decks, overflow gutter, shower rooms, bathrooms and other pool facility areas.
- Routinely monitors clubhouse lawn area and equipment use
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Requirements
- Education equivalent to completion of the tenth grade; and
- No experience required; and
- Must be at least 15 years of age at time of application
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES
Possession of the following is required:
- American Aquatics & Safety Training 2-year Lifeguarding certification
- American Aquatics & Safety Training 2-year First Aid and CPR/AED certification.
- In accordance with State of California law, a valid California Work Permit is required at time of appointment for candidates under the age of 18 who have not graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate of proficiency
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- As a condition of employment, incumbents may be required to be fingerprinted in accordance with State of California law
- Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of:
Swimming techniques
- Principles and techniques of swimming guidance appropriate for various age groups
- Approved lifesaving and safety methods and procedures necessary to ensure public safety in and around a pool facility
Considerable ability to:
- Swim skillfully, rescue submerged victims, and safely remove them from pool
- Immediately evaluate emergency situations and respond decisively and effectively
- Administer first aid and artificial respiration according to prescribed methods
- Instruct in the techniques of swimming and lifesaving
- Maintain poolside discipline and safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including children
- Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
- Learn the proper placement of all safety equipment and its proper use
- Learn the location and proper use of the emergency telephone numbers list
- Become familiar with the basic mechanical operation and maintenance program of the pool
Job Features
Salary | $17.00 per hour |
Job Type | Seasonal / Non-Benefitted |
Application Deadline | Continuous, until filled |