Lifeguard

City of Moab

Lifeguard

Moab, UT
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    General Purpose

    Responsible for the safety and supervision of patrons at the Moab Recreation and Aquatic Center.

    Reporting Relationships

    Supervision Received: The Lifeguard works under the general supervision of the Aquatics Manager and Assistant Aquatics Manager

    Supervision Exercised: N/A

    Essential Functions

    Lifeguards must be able to perform all the essential tasks required by the position, including but not limited to:

    Supervise the conduct of patrons to prevent unsafe conditions and behavior:

    • Strictly and tactfully enforce rules, regulations, policies, and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons using the Facility
    • Respond to accidents or situations in or out of the water and provide first aid, CPR, and other assistance as necessary
    • Participate in the record keeping of accidents and rescues
    • Help keep the Aquatic Center clean and uncluttered
    • Help maintain pool areas by putting in/taking out lane lines, cleaning decks, covering and uncovering the pools, and removing all unnecessary equipment from the pool areas
    • Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner

    Assume responsibility for maintaining positive relations with patrons:

    • Always conduct oneself in a professional manner and be dressed in proper uniform
    • Assist and support patrons in a positive and productive manner
    • Respond to questions and/or concerns of patrons in a prompt fashion
    • Handle rule violators tactfully

    Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective working relations with personnel and management

    • Attend all staff meetings and in-service training sessions
    • Assist other lifeguards and area personnel as necessary
    • Stay aware of other lifeguard chairs and areas of responsibility
    • Provide input for Aquatic area planning
    • Discuss areas of concern with appropriate personnel

    Other duties as assigned

    Education and Experience

    • Must be at least 15 years of age
    • Must hold current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, Standard First Aid and CPR
    • Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and patrons

    Work Environment and Physical Demands

    • Various shifts, including early mornings, mid-day, evenings, weekends, and holidays
    • Work occurs in variable weather conditions including warm weather, water, and prolonged exposure to sunlight
    • Tasks may entail muscular strain, including walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, lifting and swimming
    • Talking, hearing and seeing are essential to performing job requirements. Common eye, hand and finger dexterity is required for most essential functions

    Selection Guidelines

    A formal application is required; finalists will interview with the appropriate hiring authority. Applicant must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.