LIFEGUARD Position Available In Benton, Arkansas

LIFEGUARD 3.6 3.6

out of 5 stars 3 Riordan Dr, Bella Vista, AR 72715

Lifeguard Employment Status :

Part-Time FLSA Status :

Nonexempt Benefit Status :

Bella Vista Property Owners Association Department:

Recreation Department #: Reports to:

Facilities Supervisor/Manager Safety Rating:

High Starting Pay:

Prepared Date:

December 2022 POSITION SUMMARY Lifeguards have the responsibility of maintaining order at the pool facility by preventing accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons. Lifeguards are also responsible for monitoring the pool facilities for potential hazards or unsafe conditions, providing first aid to patrons, custodial duties in maintaining the pool facilities, customer service, and all other duties as necessary or required. This position requires weekend and holiday work.

REQUIREMENTS, ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Maintains constant surveillance of patrons at the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency. Carry out all duties assigned by the Aquatics Manager and Head Lifeguard. Perform First Aid and CPR. Watch the assigned area in rotation to prevent accidents and injuries. See that necessary precautions are observed to ensure the health, safety, & welfare of patrons. Enforce the swimming pool rules and regulations and adhere to the policies of the facility and aid in controlling the behavior of those patrons who use the facility. (Remind patrons of pool rules when necessary, in a polite, firm manner, and contact management if necessary.) Provide excellent customer service. Document and report all accidents to the Aquatics Manager. Conducts custodial duties to maintain a clean facility including but not limited to bathrooms, trash picked up in and outside of facility, pool vacuumed. Inform the Manager or Head Lifeguard when supplies are needed and if equipment needs repaired. Attending all scheduled staff meetings and trainings. Check all gates and doors at closing time. Other duties as assigned or as required. Report promptly at assigned time of duty and remain on duty status until the designated shift has been completed. Arrive in, and stay in, appropriate uniform while on duty. Works front counter and Point of Sale (POS) system selling daily admissions and merchandise. Completes daily cash reports. Assists with stocking merchandise. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) Current Lifeguard and CPR/First Aide certification by American Red Cross, YMCA, Ellis or other comparable certifications. At least 15 years of age. Physical Demands and Work Environment 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. While performing the duties of this job: Physical exertions to manually move, lift, carry, or push heavy objects (up to 50 pounds)? Climbing in and out of the swimming pool, up and down ladders. Being alert on stand in high heat and sunlight from 30 minutes, up to 1 hour.

REIMBURSEMENT POLICY 50

% of course cost after completing the season and meeting the below requirements once every two years:

Requirements:

To be eligible for reimbursements, the following criteria must be met: Lifeguards must work a minimum of 280 hours during the entire pool season. Lifeguards must work a minimum of 40 days during the pool season. A lifeguard must have an on target or better employee review. Lifeguard reviews will be completed in the month of August.

New Hires:

A copy of the lifeguard’s certification must be presented prior to being hired.

Re-Certified Lifeguards:

A copy of the lifeguard’s new certification must be represented before returning to lifeguard duty. All lifeguards must provide a receipt or written letter signed by the course instructor stating that the class was paid for. The receipt or signed written letter must be turned into the Recreation Administrative Assistant before starting work. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. The Bella Vista POA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.