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Lifeguard

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Community Education | Westonka Activity Center (WAC) | Available: Immediately | Closing: Open

Description Position Title:

Lifeguard

Position Description:

Lifeguards are primarily responsible for supervising and maintaining a safe pool environment. Lifeguards enforce facility rules and regulations and educate patrons about them.

Qualifications:

Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Current Red Cross CPR/First Aid Certification

Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and ability to perform water safety surveillance techniques as described below:

Demonstrated leadership, public relations, and communication skills.

Ability to work under minimal supervision.

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

Must be able to successfully complete the Physical Fitness Swim Assessment.

500 yd continuous swim, freestyle and breaststroke

20 yd swim followed by a 5 lb brick retrieval at 7-10 ft depth, then kick back to the beginning on back while holding the brick.

2 minutes treading water with no hands.

At least 15 years of age

General Responsibilities:

Supervise and maintain a safe environment around the pool

Enforce facility rules and regulations and educate patrons about them

Keep pool deck clear of equipment and return equipment to its proper place

Attend all orientation meetings relating to the program

Assure that all equipment and supplies distributed are maintained and returned in good condition

Demonstrate by example a proper role model for youth

Be knowledgeable of all accident and emergency procedures

Assure that all facility/grounds are left as they were found

Improve the quality of the program

Promote the program

Perform other related duties as requested by the Aquatics Coordinator

Benefits: The position will be compensated at $14.50-$17.41 per hour depending on qualifications and prior experience; also eligible for sick leave.

For more information or to apply, contact Ben Hanson Westonka Aquatics Coordinator 952.491.8037 (tel) hansonb@westonka.k12.mn.us

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