Hourly Pooled-Lifeguard - Athletics
JOB TITLE:
Lifeguard - Athletics
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsibility of this position is to provide a safe swimming environment for all users at the University of Wyoming Aquatics facility. Lifeguards are scheduled 3 - 5 days per week including weekends and holidays. In-service training sessions are required to maintain working eligibility. Reports to the Aquatic Facility Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adhere to all standards within the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Program.
- Recognize and respond quickly and effectively in all emergencies and first response situations.
- Supervise aquatics activities and enforce all facility policies, rules, and regulations to ensure the safety of swimmers and guests and provide quality experiences for all.
- Actively provide surveillance for activities within assigned zone coverage area.
- Administer first aid as trained in necessary situations.
- Execute general cleaning and pool maintenance on a daily basis.
- Participate in regular required in-service training and prove capability of performing all American Red Cross Lifeguarding skills.
- Follow established aquatics policies and procedures to ensure execution by all team members.
- Assist with special events and programs, as assigned.
- Participate in all types of facility audits to assist Aquatic Facility Director in comprising effective training sessions and growth opportunities for staff.
- Must be able to work weekends, and over holiday breaks.
- Must be able to Sub if needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Some High School Education
- Experience: No Previous Experience Required
- Certifications: American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be able to swim proficiently.
- Must have clear verbal communication skills.
- Must be dependable, alert, confident, self-motivated, outgoing, energetic, and ability to solve problems.
- Must have a demonstrated ability to collaborate with staff and public in a positive manner, e.g. must be tactful, consistent, and firm when enforcing pool rules and administering discipline.
- Must attend the aquatic pre-season staff trainings.
- Ability to accept direction and follow proper policy and procedures.
- Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
- Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with department standards.
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