New Canaan Recreation Department

Lifeguard Job Description

Job Title: Lifeguard

Classification: Part Time, Seasonal Summer Memorial Day to Labor Day

Reports To: Reports directly to the Aquatic Director and/or Aquatic Supervisor.

Staff Supervision: none

Position Purpose:

Provide front line supervision, safe support, and monitoring of swimmers at the Waveny Pool and Kiwanis Park Swim Facilities.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Lifeguards are directly responsible for guarding the pool as assigned, enforcing the rules and regulations at the Aquatic Facilities and performing maintenance duties as assigned.
2. Lifeguards will perform First Aid as necessary, enter all incidents into the logbook, and fill out accident reports when necessary.
3. Lifeguards on early or late shifts will perform the opening and closing duties as outlined in our manual.
4. They are required to run, swim, or otherwise exercise daily to maintain required levels of fitness.
5. Lifeguards are required to attend training sessions as schedule by the Aquatic Director.
6. A current Lifeguard certification is required.
7. Maintain good public relations when dealing with the public.
8. Enforce rules and regulations of the facility.
9. Respond to medical emergencies that occur at the facility.

Qualifications:

Age 15+, A current Lifeguard certification is required Background check is required.

Physical Requirements:

To perform the abilities of a certified lifeguard.