Seasonal Senior Lifeguard
Sitka, City and Borough of (AK), Sitka, Alaska, United States, 99835
Primary Purpose of Job
The primary purpose of this position is to provide onsite supervision of the aquatic activities and programming by performing lifeguard duties under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor and/or Head Lifeguard.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides onsite supervision for the aquatics program including swim lessons, aquatic classes, open swims, rentals, and of other student lifeguards on staff
Responds to emergencies in an aquatic facility, performing water rescues, first aid, CPR, AED use, and evacuations
Enforces water safety rules and other policies, standards, and regulations related to health and safety in an aquatic facility
Sets up and makes available aquatic sporting equipment such as nets, balls, floatation devices or other toys
Knowledge of
Safety measures and protocols to ensure the well-being of participants when using aquatic facilities
Proper cash handling and collection of fees
Data entry and reporting
Skills in
Providing first aid, CPR, and lifeguarding
Enforcing rules in a professional and respectful manner
Providing customer service
Basic math for cash handling and transactions
Ability to
Recognize and maintain confidential information?
Respond to emergency situations in a calm, swift, and decisive manner
Direct the work of others, provide leadership, and promote teamwork
Read, understand, and apply policies and procedures or legal requirements related to aquatic programming and facilities
Understand and follow oral and written policies, procedures and instructions
Minimum Qualifications
18 or more years of age; and
HS Diploma or GED; and
Current certification as a Lifeguard with First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
Other Job Requirements or Expectations
Background check, successfully completed before hire
Will be expected to work evenings and weekends
Working Conditions
Works in an indoor aquatic facility about 90% of the time
Works in a general office environment about 10% of the time
Will be exposed to wet surfaces, warm and humid conditions, noisy and crowded areas, and odors from pool chemicals
Specific Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk on a tiled deck surface throughout shift
Bending, climbing, stooping, reaching and twisting to set up aquatic equipment
Must be able to meet specific physical requirements for certifications and licenses required to perform the job
General Physical Requirements
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to communicate effectively?
Sufficient vision and powers of observation which permits the employee to perform assigned tasks, follow safety signage at a facility, and observe and act upon potential safety hazards
Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to function in an aquatic facility and general office environment
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides onsite supervision for the aquatics program including swim lessons, aquatic classes, open swims, rentals, and of other student lifeguards on staff
Responds to emergencies in an aquatic facility, performing water rescues, first aid, CPR, AED use, and evacuations
Enforces water safety rules and other policies, standards, and regulations related to health and safety in an aquatic facility
Sets up and makes available aquatic sporting equipment such as nets, balls, floatation devices or other toys
Knowledge of
Safety measures and protocols to ensure the well-being of participants when using aquatic facilities
Proper cash handling and collection of fees
Data entry and reporting
Skills in
Providing first aid, CPR, and lifeguarding
Enforcing rules in a professional and respectful manner
Providing customer service
Basic math for cash handling and transactions
Ability to
Recognize and maintain confidential information?
Respond to emergency situations in a calm, swift, and decisive manner
Direct the work of others, provide leadership, and promote teamwork
Read, understand, and apply policies and procedures or legal requirements related to aquatic programming and facilities
Understand and follow oral and written policies, procedures and instructions
Minimum Qualifications
18 or more years of age; and
HS Diploma or GED; and
Current certification as a Lifeguard with First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
Other Job Requirements or Expectations
Background check, successfully completed before hire
Will be expected to work evenings and weekends
Working Conditions
Works in an indoor aquatic facility about 90% of the time
Works in a general office environment about 10% of the time
Will be exposed to wet surfaces, warm and humid conditions, noisy and crowded areas, and odors from pool chemicals
Specific Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk on a tiled deck surface throughout shift
Bending, climbing, stooping, reaching and twisting to set up aquatic equipment
Must be able to meet specific physical requirements for certifications and licenses required to perform the job
General Physical Requirements
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to communicate effectively?
Sufficient vision and powers of observation which permits the employee to perform assigned tasks, follow safety signage at a facility, and observe and act upon potential safety hazards
Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to function in an aquatic facility and general office environment
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