Job Details

Lifeguard at Zemurray Pool

The Lifeguard works at Zemurray Pool, ensuring safety of patrons and staff; supplying information regarding facility maintenance of water quality, providing life safety, communicating and enforcing City of Hammond Recreation department regulations and promoting good customer service.

* Must be available from 5/2024 - 9/30/2024 Monday through Sunday, hours not to exceed 34 hours per week.

* Hours flexible, as needed. (Seasonal Position, Summer Job)

Duties include but are not limited to:

* Assist in taking admission fees for public recreational swimming and swimming lessons

* Participating in maintenance of facility including, filtration, chlorination system, cleanliness, sanitation, minor repair and maintenance; cleaning restrooms, emptying trash cans and other duties as assigned.

* Ensuring safety of patrons, watching for and preventing and notifying patrons and Head Lifeguard of unsafe conditions, accidents or occurrences, administering first aid when required; reports all accidents immediately to Head Lifeguard/Pool Coordinator, and/or Recreation Supervisor, Director (chain of command)

* Performs such other duties as assigned by Recreation Administration.

Lifeguard Qualifications / Skills:

* Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities

* Ability to adjust programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the visitors and other staff

* Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions

* Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety

* Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies

* Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services

Education, Work Experience, & Qualifications:

* Education Required: Age 16 or older; High School Graduate preferred.

* Certifications: Current American Red Cross or YMCA Standard First Aid Card;

* Class Instructors should possess a current Water Safety Instructor Certificate.

The City of Hammond is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.