Lifeguard – Metro School (25-26) Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Lifeguard – Metro School (25-26)
Metro School
P.O. Box 30035
Charlotte , NC 28230
Non Instructional/Support Services
Job Number 4600310237
Start Date Open Date 05/01/2025
Closing Date 07/01/2025 General Definition of Work The lifeguard at Metro School, under general supervision, performs skill-based work with minimal decision-making discretion protects the health, safety, and welfare of the students and staff while in the pool and on the pool deck. Employee performs school-based work to carry-out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal. Essential Functions Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Enforce facility policies, rules, and regulations
Coordinate with adapted physical education (APE) teacher to understand needs of students, and understand lesson objectives and goals Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies
Inspect the facility on a daily schedule and report unsafe conditions or nonfunctioning equipment to administration
Complete records and reports regarding water chemistry, incidents, and accidents
Complete opening and closing duties of the facility
Perform aquatic facility maintenance as assigned
Monitor aquatic facility during special events or after-hour activities as requested
Create an inclusive environment with positive communication
Perform related work as assigned or required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of swimming pool safety
Thorough knowledge of swimming pool safety equipment and the chemicals used to maintain safe levels in swimming pools Advanced skills in swimming, strength and stamina
Ability to perform functions of rescue and emergency care as outlined by the American Red Cross Lifeguard training, including first aid and CPR
Ability to learn and use specialized tools or equipment
Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement Education and Experience High school degree or GED required
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a lifeguard required
Previous experience with students with disabilities preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience Special Requirements American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid required
Current CPR (American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer) required
Current First Aid (American Red Cross Community First Aid and Safety) required
Current Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Training required
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
# of Jobs 1.00
Term 10 Month
Additional Job Information Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Work requires ability to exert moderate but not constant physical effort to perform medium work involving some combination of balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, grasping, handling, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, and reaching.
Work requires the occasional ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull heavy objects or materials up to 75 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.
Ability to sit or stand on deck for extended periods, including sitting in an elevated chair
Ability to remain alert with no lapses in conscious awareness
Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral communication, including projecting voice across distances
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, to receive detailed information through oral communications, and to hear noises and distress calls while in a pool or on pool deck
Visual acuity requires monitoring the environment, student well-being, and observing general surroundings and activities
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., pool)
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress Job Attachment View Attachment In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte – Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.