Job Description

Lifeguard Position

Under the supervision of the Aquatic Director and Managers, the Lifeguard position is responsible for providing a safe, friendly and secure atmosphere for members and participants. Responsible for ensuring the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to accidents involving water rescues, first aid, or CPR.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Supervise recreational lap swimming, swim lessons, and Athletic Camps
• Enforce policies and procedures set forth by the Aquatics Department to ensure safety
• Perform rescue duties as necessary
• Attend all scheduled in-service training and staff meetings
• Perform daily tasks such as cleaning the pool deck and picnic areas
• Facilitate swim tests to children participating in Athletic camps
• Conduct daily course changeovers based on daily schedules in an efficient manner
• Represent the LMU Campus Recreation Department in and around the pool area
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested

Loyola Marymount University Expectations

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications

• Typically a Bachelor's degree.
• Current Lifeguard, American Red Cross Professional Rescuer CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a certified Lifeguard
• Knowledge of water hazards, pool safety, lifesaving techniques and first aid; principles and techniques of swimming and lifesaving; and appropriate safety precautions and procedures
• Must pass a water skills test prior to hire

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Constantly required to sit, feel, use finger movement, speak clearly, hear conversation, see near and far. Frequently required to stand and walk. Occasionally required to lift, carry and push up to 25 lbs., stoop, kneel, reach high and low, use depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is normal.

Mental Demands

Mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequent calculating, interrupted work, variety of interrelated tasks, sustained concentration, use of reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity.

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