Lifeguard

POSITION SUMMARY:
Prevent drowning and other injuries in the Aquatics Center at the Glenwood
Springs Community Center.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Monitor activities in and near the water through patron surveillance.
2. Prevent injuries by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or
behaviors.
3. Enforce facility rules and regulations and educate patrons about them.
4. Recognize and respond quickly and effectively to all emergencies.
5. Administer first aid and CPR, including using an automated external
defibrillator (AED).
6. Work as a team with other lifeguards, facility staff, and management.
7. Test the pool water chemistry.
8. Assist patrons by performing safety orientations, administering swim
tests, fitting lifejackets and other duties.
9. Clean or perform maintenance.
10. Complete forms and reports.
11. Perform opening duties, closing duties, and facility safety checks
and inspections.

OTHER DUTIES: The job description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are
required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and
activities may change at any time with or without notice.?Ability
to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending upon the specified
need?is mandatory.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
Demonstrate strong customer service skills.
Ability to work independently as well as in a group atmosphere.
Reliable and self-disciplined.
Communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
Use good judgment, take initiative, and respond diplomatically and
professionally to issues.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS:
Necessary:
Must be 15 years of age or older
Must have current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED