Lifeguard I - Aquatics Center (PT)

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday: 6AM-1PM or 1PM-7PM, Some weekends: Saturday: 10-4 & Sunday: 1-5

JOB SUMMARY
Lifeguards ensure the safety and well-being of all patrons at the aquatic facility, which operates year-round for recreational swimming, lap swimming, and special programs. Lifeguards actively prevent and respond to emergencies, enforce facility rules, and maintain a clean and safe environment. When not performing lifeguarding duties, employees assist with additional tasks that support daily facility operations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintains constant surveillance of patrons and responds quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
2. Enforces all aquatic facility policies, rules, and safety regulations.
3. Conducts daily inspections of the pool, equipment, and facility; report hazards, safety concerns, or maintenance needs.
4. Ensures all safety and rescue equipment is properly positioned and fully operational.
5. Makes safety-related decisions regarding health concerns, intoxication, and improper attire in accordance with facility policy.
6. Reports accidents, incidents, complaints, and facility issues to the Aquatics Coordinator or Aquatics Director.
7. Completes accurate records, reports, and incident documentation.
8. Monitors water quality, chemical levels, and filtration systems to ensure compliance with health standards.
9. Attends mandatory staff meetings and in-service training sessions.
10. Maintains a professional, courteous, and positive relationship with patrons and coworkers.
11. Secures facility gates and doors during opening and closing procedures.
12. Assists with swim lessons in accordance with American Red Cross standards.
13. Operates computerized membership and facility management systems.
14. Meets daily swimming requirements (minimum of 1,000 yards per day).

All positions at the City of Orange Beach have the job responsibilities below:

1. Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner.
2. Maintains a highly professional attitude and demeanor at all times.
3. Provides responsible, appropriate, and satisfactory leadership within the City.
4. Communicates positively and professionally in all aspects of the position.
5. Attends all department meetings, City meetings, and professional development activities.
6. Becomes thoroughly familiar with all pertinent state and national policies and comply with said policies.
7. Complies with City wide and departmental policies, as well as state and federal laws.
8. Ensures the positive promotion of the City.
9. Is prompt and punctual in reporting for work, meetings, etc.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Vigilance and Alertness: Maintain constant attentiveness and observation of the pool area; identify potential hazards, recognize swimmers in distress, and make quick, sound decisions during emergencies.
2. Swimming, Physical Fitness, and Rescue Skills: Demonstrate strong swimming ability, endurance, and physical strength to perform rescues, assist distressed swimmers, and remove individuals from the water when necessary.
3. Emergency Response: Understand and follow emergency action plans; perform CPR, first aid, and other lifesaving techniques; and coordinate with emergency medical services as required.
4. Sun and Heat Exposure Awareness: Work for extended periods in the sun; recognize signs of heat exhaustion or dehydration; and monitor patrons for heat-related concerns.
5. Endurance and Postural Demands: Stand, sit, or remain stationed in one position for extended periods, often in hot, cold, or humid conditions.
6. Manual Dexterity and Coordination: Operate pool equipment, handle rescue devices, and use first-aid supplies efficiently and safely.
7. Policies, Procedures, and Facility Knowledge: Understand and apply facility rules, policies, and procedures; clearly communicate safety expectations to patrons.
8. Facility Systems and Water Chemistry: Maintain knowledge of pool systems, including water chemistry, chemical handling, sanitation, filtration, and water clarity maintenance.
9. Professional Proficiency: Consistently apply lifeguarding principles, safety techniques, and emergency procedures to protect the health and safety of patrons and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions, duties and responsibilities of the job may be considered.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
2. Water Safety Instructor certification or ability to obtain certification within one (1) year.
3. Reliable phone number and/or email address for contact.
4. Willingness to work overtime, evenings, weekends, holidays, and non-standard hours as required.
5. Current and valid Alabama driver’s license.
6. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, including CPR (Adult, Infant, and Child) and First Aid.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. One (1) year of lifeguard experience.
2. One to two years of college.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The position requires prolonged standing and walking, frequent bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, and reaching. Lifeguards must lift and transport heavy items, including pool equipment and chemical containers. Strong swimming ability, physical strength, agility, dexterity, and endurance are essential to perform rescues and assist patrons in emergency situations.

The work environment involves moderate risk and discomfort. Employees work near moving machinery and equipment and may be exposed to contagious illnesses, pool chemicals, and other irritants. Strict adherence to safety procedures and use of appropriate protective measures is required at all times.