Lifeguard

Job Description

Responsible for maintaining safety and response to emergencies at Hixon Natatorium and/or outdoor pool.

• Stays proficient in all American Red Cross rescue techniques.
• Recognizes and responds effectively in emergencies.
• Enforces all of the facility's policies, rules and regulations as outlined in the Aquatics Manual.
• Completes records and reports.
• Inspects the facility on a daily schedule and reports any unsafe conditions and equipment to the Aquatics Director immediately.
• Attends staff/instructor meetings and in-service training.
• Models department values and expectations.
• Responds to patron's inquiries and concerns.
• Completes weekly fitness swims of 300 yards.
• Takes preventative action for hazards and injuries that may take place in the pool or on the pool deck.
• In the event of an emergency, activate the Emergency Action Plan. Administers First Aid and/or CPR, as needed.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Abides by NCAA Division III rules and regulations.
• Cooperates and collaborates with other employees in the spirit of teamwork and collegiality and interacts with confidence, patience and integrity to provide professional leadership during emergencies.
• Complies with all Trinity University policies and guidelines.
• Performs other duties as required.

EDUCATION

Required: None

Preferred: High school diploma

EXPERIENCE

Required: No previous experience.

Preferred: 1 month to 6 months.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Detail oriented and self-motivated.
• Knowledgeable in and enforce Department of Athletics/Aquatics policies and procedures.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Required:

• Passing score of the American Red Cross prerequisite swimming test.
• Possession of current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR-PR, and Standard First Aid certifications. Copies of certifications are required to be on file with the Department of Trinity University Athletics/Aquatics.
• YMCA/Ellis certifications are also valid.
• Copies of certifications are required to be on file with the Department of Trinity University Athletics/Aquatics.

Preferred: American Red Cross certification prior to hire - can be obtained through the Aquatics Department.