This is general lifesaving work involving the preservation of safety and order at a municipal swimming pool. Watches children and adult swimmers and performs rescue, artificial respiration, and first aid when necessary. Warns bathers against dangerous practices and keeps non-swimmers out of deep water. Gives swimming instructions to children and adults. Enforces rules and regulations regarding pool and locker room use in a tactful manner and otherwise maintains order in the pool area. Keeps locker room and swimming areas clean and sanitary. Assists with routine maintenance work. Supervises all pool patrons including groups brought to the pool by school teachers or other Recreation Department personnel. Performs related work as required. Current Certification in American Heart C.P.R. or American Red Cross Community First Aide & Safety (includes CPR). Current Certification in American Red Cross Standard First Aid. Current Certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training. Maintain Certification as required by the Division. Ability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Physical ability to effect pool rescues under difficult conditions. Willingness and ability to participate in a training program in order to maintain proper physical fitness Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact. Some sitting, standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and swimming.