Lifeguard

CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES JOB VACANCY TITLE

Lifeguard

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION

Parks and Recreation

NUMBER OF VACANCIES

Numerous Seasonal/$18.00 per hour

Days/Hours:

Shifts will vary between the days of Thursday, Friday Saturday and Sunday. Lifeguards may float between the 3 City pools.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This is skilled work involving life guarding and lifesaving responsibilities in either indoor or outdoor public or school district pools. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the safety of adults and/or children in the pool or pool area. Employees may be hired to work in the summer months when the City pools are open. The work may be on a part time or full time basis. The work is performed under the general supervision of an assigned superior. The Lifeguard performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Keeps watch or patrols swimming pool and pool area; Provides aid or assistance when the need arises; Applies resuscitation techniques and otherwise renders first aid; Maintains order in the pool area; Enforces compliance with pool regulations; Keeps pool free of debris.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of first aid, lifesaving, and rescue techniques; ability to swim well; ability to deal with the public; good observation skills, mental alertness, sound judgement, ability to follow oral instructions; ability to maintain records and make reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, pupils and staff; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

THE CITY OF NIAGARA FALLS WILL PAY FOR YOUR CERTIFICATION!

! Applicants, 16 years old or over: Applications can be found on the City website at: https://niagarafallsusa.org/government/city-departments/human-resources-department/exams-job-openings/ Mail or Drop off at:

City Hall Attn:

Karen Abramaitys, HR 745 Main Street Room 14 Niagara Falls, NY 14302

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person