Lifeguard

Job Overview
The Lifeguard (Summer) will monitor pool activities and ensure student safety. The incumbent will also perform a variety of tasks including working with students in a summer enrichment program, creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes student safety, while engaging students in developmentally appropriate activities in accordance with policies and procedures.
Position Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

PROGRAM DUTIES

Work with children in summer enrichment program; communicate clearly, effectively and in a positive manner with children including expectations and rules

Maintain active surveillance of the pool area and remain alert throughout an entire shift to prevent incidents

Implement water safety and swim instruction that is developmentally appropriate

Maintain accurate and reliable attendance records as required by the Extended Learning department and/or state licensing

Respond to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner

Remain calm and objective under pressure or when challenged by others

Demonstrate consistent and courteous behavior

TRAINING

Attend lifeguard pre-season & in-service training as well as preparation meetings and staff development

SAFETY

Respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with policies and procedures and complete related reports as required

Know, understand, and apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool/aquatic facility

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

High School diploma or GED Preferred

Life Guard Certificate

Certified in First Aid, CPR & AED Usage

Current CPR Certification

Valid Texas Drivers License

Minimum of 1 year Lifeguard experience preferred

Minimum of 1 year Previous experience working with children preferred

Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing

Ability to implement planned activities and supervise children

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.

The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.

Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Work may include noisy and/or disruptive student behavior. Potential exposure to bodily fluids and frequent childhood, pre-teen or teen illnesses may occur.

ATHLETICS (751)
16403 LEXINGTON BLVD.
SUGAR LAND , 77479

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