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Indoor Pool Lifeguard Job Title: Indoor Pool Lifeguard

Department: Tourism, Civic Affairs & Recreation

Hours: Part Time

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: POOL LIFEGUARD

REQUIREMENTS:

• Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous Lifeguarding experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to react to emergency situations by quick movements, strenuous activity, and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights. Required to remain alert to dangerous situations while sitting, standing or walking for various lengths of time.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations by activating the Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Actively always guards and scans the pool area; refrains from socializing while guarding.
• Communicate and enforce all Cape May Recreation and pool policies and rules in a personable and professional manner.
• Dress and appearance are consistent with Cape May Recreation standards including wearing your swimsuit, guard shirt, whistle, and tube while on duty.
• Conduct pool inspections and report imbalances or concerns to the supervisor. *Proper radio protocol and response in a timely manner, includes radio and/or phone call communication to the front desk, building managers, and direct supervisors.
• Complete daily cleaning assignments.
• Attend and participate in regular in-service trainings.
• Provide a welcoming environment for all patrons.
• Document any incidents and/or injuries.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workspace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT:

• Must act and represent CRS in a positive and professional manner.
• Maintain a standard of performance on daily tasks.
• Attend regularly scheduled departmental meetings for all areas necessary.
• Maintain communication with other Aquatics Team members and your supervisors.
• Communicate clear and concise information as needed to patrons, students, emergency medical service personnel and police services.
• Adhere to all Cape May Recreation guidelines and non-negotiables.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to recognize and respond to emergencies through knowledge and application of lifeguard surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Ability to enforce pool policies while providing a high level of customer service to students, faculty/staff, and community members.
• Ability to display a positive attitude for all patrons and Cape May Recreation staff.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manages their time and balance professional and personal commitments.
• Arrives prepared and on time for work and consistently demonstrates service excellence.
• Able to assess a situation and make an informed decision independently.
• Ability to work as a team with other lifeguards, facility staff and management.
• Positively promotes Cape May Recreation to peers and patrons.

TRANSFERRABLE SKILLS:

• Communication
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Understanding and Appreciation for Human Differences
• Civic Responsibility
• Effective Leadership
• Change Management
• Conflict Management
• Customer Service

Evaluation will be based on self, peer, and supervisory evaluations.

Pay Rate: $15.00 - $20.00 Per Hour

Minimum Hours: 10-15 Hours Per Week

Application instructions:

1. Download application at https://www.capemaycity.com/evojobspaperapplicationdownload/754/
2. Email to dscheffler@capemaycity.com
3. Follow up with a phone call to David Scheffler at 609-600-7525