Job description
Title: Life Guard (S) Level: 3207
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:
Under immediate supervision, ensures the safety and supervision of swimmers at Park District aquatics locations. Assists in swimming instructions and other organized aquatic activities. Performs related duties as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Guards beaches and/or pool area to protect swimmers from accidents or drowning. Responds to emergency situations in accordance with established methods and procedures. Administers first aid, CPR as necessary. Enforces park rules and regulations regarding pool and beach activities. Maintains aquatic safety equipment by inspecting and reporting repairs needed to buoys, floats, ropes or other equipment installed as safety measures. Performs maintenance duties in keeping pool and beach areas clean, safe and attractive. Assists and/or leads aquatic instruction and recreational activities including swimming lessons, hydro-aerobics, water polo and swim team.
DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience:
Completion of at least two years of High School is recommended.
Certification Requirements at time of hire:
American Red Cross Lifeguarding certificate to include:
American Red Cross Lifeguarding / First Aid / CPR / AED
American Red Cross Waterfront Skills
American Red Cross Administering Emergency Oxygen
American Red Cross Asthma Inhaler Training
American Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogens Training
American Red Cross Epinephrine Auto Injector Training
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of lifesaving and life guarding methods and techniques. Ability to meet and deal with the public. Ability to swim and dive proficiently. Ability to administer first aid and CPR to victims needing such attention.
SEIU-Local 73 Career Service EEO: Protective Service FLSA: Non-Exempt
Work Locations Community Recreation - Aquatics Adminstration 6400 S Lake Shore Dr Chicago 60649
Job Aquatics
Job Type Seasonal
Closing Date May 31, 2023, 11:59:00 PM
Budgeted Salary 16.19
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