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This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6464619

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Primary work of the certified Lifeguard is to ensure the safety of individuals using the Citys swimming pools. A Lifeguards major responsibility is to observe swimmers and enforce regulations in the guarding of life and the prevention of accidents at the Citys swimming pools. Incumbents support daily program operations, maintains sanitation and cleanliness of pool and surrounding area; assists in scheduling and conducting aquatic activities.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it.

• Monitors and observes a given section of water area within the prescribed aquatic environment, and the swimmers within that prescribed area.
• Performs professional rescue procedures as needed, and offering assistance to aquatic patrons when required, in addition to practicing all current preventative measures.
• Responds professionally to public inquiries about aquatic programs, rules and procedures, observes all necessary precautions to secure the safety of patronsand enforces pool safety rules and regulations.
• Remains physically fit, mentally alert and prepared to meet an emergency.
• Monitors and maintains pools for cleanliness and sanitation, informing supervisors of noted issues.
• Performs routine maintenance such as skimming pool, hosing deck, arranging deck chairs, etc.
• Makes periodic tests of water in the pool to determine chemical balance of chlorinators.
• Develops cooperative relationships with pool patrons to ensure positive public relations.
• Assists in the preparation of posters, fliers, and related promotional material related to aquatic programs, and special events.
• Coordinates, completes and maintains all records as they relate to the City of Kingman employment procedures, filing of accident, incident, or employee related reports.
• Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering the phone, typing, facility supervision, public speaking to youth groups and classes, and general public relations and promotion of the City Aquatic programs.
• Attends all necessary meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Completes written materials such as: daily attendance, accident/incident forms, timesheets, evaluations and other related records and reports.
• Provides excellent and proficient customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity; Maintains regular, reliable and punctual attendance and adherence to scheduled hours of work.
• May be required to work early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed;
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and procedures; follows safety policies and practices, works in a safe manner, and reports unsafe activity and conditions.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

• May operate golf cart on park premises.
• If 18 years of age or older, may operate a city vehicle to run errands and attend to events.
• As needed, unlock and lock facilities.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Performs special assignments as requested.