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Lifeguard #9063-1223

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Grand Island, NE
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LifeguardSalary $14.50 - $17.25 HourlyLocation Grand Island, NEJob Type SeasonalJob Number 9063-1223Department Parks and Recreation Division AquaticsOpening Date 12/20/2023Closing Date ContinuousDESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS Description Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons at Island Oasis Water Park and Lincoln Pool. Ensure the safety of patrons in and around the pool by providing constant surveillance of participants. Monitor swimmers, enforce safety rules, and respond to emergencies quickly and appropriately. Provide emergency medical care until emergency officials arrive. Maintain cleanliness of the pool area and decks and ensure all hazards are removed. Complete safety reports and records as required and ensure positive relations are maintained with the public.Essential Functions: Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required. Maintain order in pools by preventing accidents through enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons. Monitor facilities for potential hazards or unsafe conditions, provide first aid to patrons. Ensure swimmers are well supervised in the pool and on decks through constant surveillance. Enforce rules and regulations. Report safety problems and hazards to appropriate personnel. Perform water rescues and provide first aid and CPR as necessary. Prepare records, accident reports, and other administrative paperwork. Complete first aid forms and make notes of water rescues performed during shift. Maintain pool area by cleaning decks and drains. Vacuum and clean pool and deck when necessary. Remove unnecessary equipment from the pool area. Assist patrons in a positive, caring, and productive manner. Promptly respond to questions and concerns. Constantly stay alert and attentive while on duty. Tactfully handle safety violators. Maintain a professional appearance. Assist other Lifeguards and area personnel as necessary. Stay aware of other Lifeguard chairs and areas of responsibility. Keep management well informed of pool maintenance needs, area activities and of any significant problems. Attend all staff meetings and in-service training sessions. Stay current in all required safety certifications. Ensure work areas are clean, secure, and well maintained. Complete special projects as assigned.Qualifications:Knowledge of: Front crawl, breaststroke, surface diving. Current American Red Cross CPR and BLS, American Red Cross First Aid, and American Red Cross Lifeguard Training. Lifesaving techniques including backboard rescue. Understanding of City of Grand Island policies and procedures and all applicable safety regulations.Ability to: Swim 300 yards continuously using each of the following strokes for 100 yards each: crawl stroke and breaststroke. The stroke(s) used for the remaining 100 yards are the participant's choice. Swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive 7 - 10 feet, retrieve a 10 pound object, return to the surface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point and exit the water without using a ladder or steps, within 1 minute, 40 seconds. Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Strong swimming and life saving abilities. Work with a team. Be alert, attentive, and responsible. Pass prepared swim test. Supplemental Information Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Must be at least fifteen (15) years of age.License or Certification: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate.Working Hours: Hours will vary depending on department needs but will include working days, evenings, weekends and holidays. The duration of this position is Memorial Day through the end of summer.Salary: Position will start at the entry level of the City's salary table. Consideration may be given if experience exceeds entry level qualifications.Other: Candidates are subject to a background check. New lifeguards must take a lifeguard class to become certified. Grand Island Parks & Recreation will provide a free training to all that need to become certified.recblid 4z9ceojipv4afd2zo0kzbapenbo2ww PDN-9bdb8333-6bd2-45a5-bfcf-0404a5074aac
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