What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard (Seasonal) position at Honesdale Borough?
Lifeguards For Community Pool Wanted
Honesdale Borough - Honesdale, PA
$10.00 – $16.00 per hour
Sign on Bonus $200.00 (ends May 1, 2024)
Seasonal pool season from mid-May to Labor Day. Pay rate chart is based on number of years life-guarding and whether or not a WSI certificate is used in the position.
Lifeguard Qualifications:
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Must meet all Pennsylvania requirements for a Lifeguard.
- Hold Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification or equivalent, CPR Certification, plus WSI desired.
- Be available to work 5-6 days per week including Saturday and Sunday.
Responsible To:
- Pool Manager
- Assistant Pool Manager(s)
- Borough Secretary
General Responsibilities:
Protect the safety and well being of each patron using the aquatic facilities. The lifeguard will work directly with participants providing courteous, friendly and professional assistance. Lifeguard responsibilities include the following: Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency. Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services. Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service. Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility. Prepares and maintains appropriate activity reports. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Scheduling: Managers will coordinate with their staff to create a schedule to staff all the budgeted operating hours and tasks required to run and maintain the pool and facility. The entire staff must be willing to work holidays, weekends and nights.
Uniforms: A lifeguard’s appearance will be a credit to himself and representative of his/her organization. Lifeguards will be well groomed. Lifeguards will be required to be in proper uniform when on duty Lifeguards must be able to be easily recognized as pool employees. Any shirt or jacket must be approved by the Pool Manager.
Lifeguard Shifts : All lifeguards are expected to follow the rotation schedule for the day unless directed by a supervisor to do otherwise.
Trainings: Lifeguards will have current certification in Lifeguarding, Standard First Aid, and CPR.
Application available from website honesdaleborough.com or pickup in office, 958 Main Street, Honesdale PA 18431.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $14