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Albany County, NY

LIFEGUARD (WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR)

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A Lifeguard watches swimming areas and provides for the safety of swimmers at pools, lakes and beaches. Maintains careful watch of people in the water, enforces safety rules at swimming places; rescues swimmers and treats accidents as needed.

$32,798 / year median in New York

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

POSITION
Lifeguard (Water Safety Instructor)
DEPARTMENT
Albany County Parks and Recreation SALARY:
$20/hour
WORK LOCATION
420 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203
HOURS:
Monday:
7:30-10:30 AM & 4:30-8:30
PM, Wednesday:
7:30-10:30 AM & 4:30-8:30
PM, Friday:
7:30-10:30
AM, Saturday:
8:00-11:30 AM
DESCRIPTION
Under direct supervision, an employee in this class performs skilled public safety work, in a town or village facility, monitoring the activities of swimmers in swimming pools. The Lifeguard is responsible for safeguarding patrons to prevent injury or loss of life; and for administering first aid or artificial resuscitation when necessary. Work is performed in accordance with the rules and regulations in effect at the facility and in accordance with state and/or local codes; and supervision is received from a superior who assigns duties and reviews work by observation. Does related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS
None.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
• At the time of appointment, candidates must possess a current certificate as a Lifeguard for still water issued by a New York State Department of Health approved testing agency and maintain said certificate throughout employment in this position; At the time of appointment, candidates must possess a current certificate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, issued by the American Red Cross or Heart Association; and maintain said certificate throughout employment in this position; Candidates must be at least sixteen (16) years of age. Possession of a Water Safety Instructor Certificate
POINT OF CONTACT FOR INQUIRIES
Christine.

Ocheltree@albanycountyny.gov Alexandra.

Robert@albanycountyny.gov