Lifeguard

The City of Upper Arlington proudly operates three outdoor pools and one indoor year-round pool and is looking for a team of committed Lifeguards to provide safe and healthy experiences to all pool patrons. Lifeguards assure that the pool facility and recreational swimming programs are operated in the safest, most effective and efficient manner possible for all patrons. Don't have lifeguard experience? Don't let that stop you! Lifeguard Training is available for this exciting and rewarding seasonal position.

Examples of Duties

1. Report ready for duty at least 15 minutes before assigned shift and be in a proper position when shift starts.
2. Be professional alert, courteous, and tactful.
3. Maintain an alert position while in the guard chair so he/she can observe signals from guards and note anything unusual in the water area he/she is guarding.
4. Make requests in a courteous and determined manner. If requests are not executed in full and at once, report the incident to the manager on duty.
5. Refer detailed inquiries to the manager on duty.
6. Clear all swimmers out of the water during an electrical storm, tornado warning or other emergency situations.
7. Keep the facility fit for inspection at all times; litter picked up and maintains the lifeguard equipment and first aid supplies in readiness.
8. Be aware of specific duties or responsibilities in the event of a major emergency.
9. Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the pool manager, assistant managers, Aquatics and Tennis Manager, or Parks and Recreation Director.
10. The responsibilities listed above do not constitute every duty that may be performed by a lifeguard. While on duty a lifeguard may be expected to be asked to perform other duties and tasks which may or may not be directly related to the lifeguard function. If such tasks are assigned, it is the responsibility of each lifeguard to accomplish the assignment to the best of his/her ability.
11. Be aware of specific duties or responsibilities in the event of a major emergency.
12. Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the pool manager, assistant managers, Aquatics Manager or Parks and Recreation Director.
13. The responsibilities listed above do not constitute every duty that may be performed by a lifeguard. While on duty a lifeguard may be expected to be asked to perform other duties and tasks which may or may not be directly related to the lifeguard function. If such tasks are assigned, it is the responsibility of each lifeguard to accomplish the assignment to the best of his/her ability, example Learn to Swim Instructor.

Typical Qualifications

1. Previous experience as a lifeguard preferred.
2. Experience and/or training in aquatics and/or recreational activities is desirable.
3. Current American Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding with Deep Water, CPR, and First Aid preferred but training is available.

Other Qualifications

1. All lifeguards must successfully pass the American Red Cross Lifeguarding with Deep Water certification prior to hiring.
2. All lifeguards must attend and participate satisfactorily in all in-service activities monthly.
3. Cleanliness and neatness are expected in all aspects of a lifeguard's appearance and personal hygiene.
4. Guard suits should be clean, neat, and in good repair.

Salary, Hours and Working Conditions:

1. The City of Upper Arlington will determine the hourly rate for lifeguard annually.
2. Flexible scheduling. Lifeguards are permitted to work up to 40 hours per week.
3. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours will be paid at the normal rate of pay with no provisions for overtime pay.
4. All lifeguards must complete an annual drug and background screening.

Evaluation:
The Pool Manager Aquatic Manager and will evaluate the performance of all lifeguards.