What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard (Hourly) position at Madison, City of (WI)?
APPLICANTS 15 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY
You will work within the City of Madison Aquatics Program providing front-line safety services at the Goodman Pool, public beaches, and/or related facilities. Under the direction of the Head Lifeguard and the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor on-duty, the Lifeguard performs appropriate rescues, administers first-aid/ CPR, and enforces the rules of the related facility. Work involves calmly responding to emergency situations on land and in the water requiring independent judgment. A successful candidate will be alert, dependable and professional.
Hours: During the Aquatics season the Lifeguard will work between 10 and 40 hours weekly. Must be flexible to work varying shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays from May through August /end of season. Testing for New Lifeguards: A Water Skills Exam will be administered. The exam will cover a 300-yard swim, two (2) minute tread, brick retrieval from deep water, and testing lifeguarding skills.
Hours: During the Aquatics season the Lifeguard will work between 10 and 40 hours weekly. Must be flexible to work varying shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays from May through August /end of season. Testing for New Lifeguards: A Water Skills Exam will be administered. The exam will cover a 300-yard swim, two (2) minute tread, brick retrieval from deep water, and testing lifeguarding skills.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE CLOSING DATE. HOWEVER THE SELECTION WILL BEGIN PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE BASED UPON THE NEEDS OF THE PARKS DIVISION.
THE CURRENT RECRUITMENT MAY BE UP TO 75 VACANCIES, OR UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT ARE MET.
THE CURRENT RECRUITMENT MAY BE UP TO 75 VACANCIES, OR UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT ARE MET.
The City of Madison is an equal opportunity employer functioning under an affirmative action plan. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply!
- Enforce policies, rules, and regulations pertaining to the conduct of persons at the Goodman Pool, public beaches, and aquatics facilities. Maintain constant watch for accidents in the water, on rafts, or on other beach or pool facilities. Warn patrons against dangerous practices such as diving in shallow water or engaging in hazardous activity.
- Rescue patrons in distress using appropriate rescue technique(s) and equipment.
- Apply first aid to those in need and contact emergency medical personnel as needed.
- Maintain the beach/pool and related facilities in a clean and orderly condition. Clean and stock facilities and grounds. Perform weed removal and communicate lake conditions to supervisors. Inspect the area for broken glass, debris, and algae. Check the position and condition of area lines, buoy markers, lifesaving equipment, guard stands, guard rails, etc.
- Perform related work as required.
- Certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (including CPR, First Aid, AED for the Professional Rescuer) or equivalent.
- Applicants currently enrolled in certification courses will be considered, however cannot be scheduled to lifeguard until certification is obtained.
Maintain certification in the following areas:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (including First Aid), and
- American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Certification or equivalent.
Work hours may be irregular and at various intervals, including early mornings, weekends, holidays, and evening hours.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to swim and physically perform rescues.
Salary : $16