Lifeguard I Ncac- Temporary-Full-Time, Sebastian

divh2Aquatic Lifeguard/h2pThis is skilled water safety work involving the prevention of accidents and injuries and responding with effective care and treatment to emergency situations at aquatic pool areas.
Works independently with periodic supervision provided by the Facility Supervisor and or Aquatics Manager.
/ph3Essential Job Duties/h3ulliSafeguard patrons while maintaining skills at a rescue-ready level and monitoring pools for guest safety.
/liliPerforms emergency water rescue techniques to assist persons in distress; performs CPR and administers standard first aid when necessary.
/liliEnsures general safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures are adhered to as it pertains to aquatic facilities.
/liliAssists with aquatics programs and equipment setup for special events.
/liliEnsures general upkeep, cleanliness, and appearance of aquatics amenities including pool areas, restrooms, showers, and deck areas.
/liliPerforms related work as required.
/li/ulh3Typical Requirements/h3pstrongKnowledge, Abilities, and Skills:/strong/ppKnowledge of water rescue methods, CPR, and first aid techniques.
/ppKnowledge of park rules and regulations concerning public safety.
/ppAbility to handle frightened or injured persons in the water.
/ppAbility to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
/ppAbility to enforce rules and regulations firmly but tactfully.
/ppAbility to remain alert over long periods of time.
/ppAbility to maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, employees, and the general public.
/ppAbility to pass a medical skills evaluation.
/ppstrongPrerequisite 1:/strong/ppComplete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:/ppSwim 150 yards using a combination of front crawl or breaststroke.
Then 2 minutes treading water using only the legs, then swim the remaining 50 yards using a combination of front crawl or breaststroke.
/ppstrongPrerequisite 2:/strong/ppComplete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:/ppStarting in the water, swim 20 yards.
Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
/ppstrongLicenses, Certifications, or Registrations:/strong/pulliAmerican Red Cross Lifeguard certification (with First Aid and CPR/AED) or enrollment in course and attainment before start date.
/li/ulh3Supplemental Information/h3pThis job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
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