Lifeguard

New York City NY

Description

Position Summary: The Lifeguard is responsible for the safety of pool users, assist with aquatic programs, and daily pool operation of the Community Center. Hours of operation will be evenings and weekends year round. Essential Duties: The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. • Safeguard and regulate conduct of pool users; enforce pool policies, rules, and regulations; rescue patrons and perform appropriate follow-up procedures, including the proper use of equipment in the performance of first aid; the lifeguard is a model of exemplary pool behavior • Test water quality in the pool and maintain daily records; conduct proper maintenance and sanitary upkeep of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms; participate in the preparation of daily records; provide written reports on all accidents and incidents; maintain updated safety requirements • Attend in-service training and teach said skills to staff; conduct patron swimming tests to assess their ability to swim independently; provide customer service to Community Center users, including handling customer conflict and complaints • Perform work safely in accordance with departmental safety procedures; operate equipment safely and report any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor • Participate in the daily preparation of aquatic programs; assist the Community Center Foreperson in daily aquatic managerial duties; may be required to maintain chemical balances in mechanical/pump room or chemical problems as necessary • Capable of working as a leader and team member of the Parks Programming staff and maintain positive work relations with fellow staff members and other departments • Perform other related duties as required by the department head Education and Experience: A High School Diploma or GED is required. A minimum of two (2) years of related work experience preferred. Experience in water rescue methods, lifeguarding, and first aid practices, techniques and swimming pool operations (sanitation, maintenance, and safety). Must possess a valid American Red Cross Life Guarding Certificate and American Red Cross First Aid Certificate. Must be certified in American Red Cross Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer. Competencies: • Collaboration - Establishing strong partnerships with team members and external partners • Commitment to Excellence - Taking pride in our work to deliver the best possible results • Diversity and Inclusion - Fosters a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace Stewardship - being responsible stewards of public resources Skills: • Must be able to courteously and firmly interact with pool patrons • Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with Community Center Foreperson, colleagues within the Parks Programming department, other BPCPC departments, site hosts, and colleagues at Stuyvesant High School Physical Requirements: Ability to complete a continuous 500 yard swim and submerge to a minimum depth of 7’ to retrieve a 10 lb. object and return to the surface.