Job description

NORTH KITSAP SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION

LIFEGUARD

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The lifeguard is responsible for the continuous observation of the pool and its surrounding deck to ensure the safety of all participants. The guard is directly responsible for knowing the rescue procedures, emergency action plans, recognition of persons in need of help, and rendering help when needed. Lifeguards are on duty at all times the pool is open, and a lifeguard back-up is always present. Guards must function proficiently in either role.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Ability to scan assigned area every 10 seconds and make contact with any victim in the assigned zone within 20 additional seconds.

2. Ability to understand, read, and explain pool rules and regulations to patrons.

3. Ability to perform any rescue, first aid, or CPR that may be needed by patrons or other staff members. Ability to perform lifts of adults out of the water, and to submerge to 12 feet and return an adult to the surface.

4. Ability to see, hear, feel, and recognize different types of emergencies including:

• Active drowning victims

• Passive drowning victims

• Distressed swimmers

• Spinal/head/neck injuries

• First aid situations such as severe bleeding, fractures, wounds, strains/sprains.

• Sudden illnesses such as seizure, heart attack, insulin reaction, stroke, etc.

• Disasters such as fires, earthquakes, power outages, lost/missing persons.

5. Ability to work as a team, supporting other staff members, and being a part of a coor- dinated effort to respond effectively to emergencies and promote safe enjoyment of the pool environment.

6. Ability to recognize and report any mechanical system problems that may create an unsafe or unfit environment for use of the facility.

7. Ability to cope with stressful situations and respond appropriately to complaints, uncooperative patrons, emergencies, and other personalities on staff.

Marginal Duties/Non-essential Functions & Responsibilities:

1. Performs cleaning, maintenance, and cashiering duties.

2. Works, plans, and/or coordinates special events or programs.

3. Performs other duties as assigned or needed.

OTHER JOB DUTIES:

1. Performs related duties consistent with the scope of the position as described.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensing and Certification

Certifications required include: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Candidates with alternate certification may test out to receive ARC certification.

EVALUATION:

Work performance will be evaluated in accordance with board policy.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District management reserves the right to change this job description at any time without notice

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.50 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All pool users must comply with North Kitsap School District safety and health COVID protocols developed specifically for pool facilities.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: In person

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