Lifeguard Application

Requirements:

- Currently possess their American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
- At least 16 years of age (15 years of age are considered with certain exceptions)
- Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person and meet other physical requirements required for job certification.
- Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations to assure the safety of all swimmers.
- Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.

Other Job Duties can include:

- Provide a high-level of customer service to members, program participants and guests at all times
- Supervise and guard the pool and aquatic facility and ensure participants adhere to all aquatic guidelines and procedures.
- Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
- Perform appropriate water rescues, when necessary, using rescue techniques and equipment.
- Contact emergency medical personal in case of serious injury.
- Monitor Front Desk Check In station and verify members and/or guest.
- Performing swim test for our youngest swimmers.
- Straighten pool deck furniture and make it ready for the next member.
- Clean restrooms, club house, and other areas of the club.
- Successfully complete all opening and/or closing duties listed for each shift.
- Adhere to scheduling procedures and properly notify of days you are not available.
- Provide assistance for event set up and shutdowns.
- Able to be on time for each shift and remain alert throughout your shift.
- Monitoring designated areas to recognize signs of danger.
- Warning swimmers regarding unsafe situations.
- Maintaining order in swimming areas.

You also agree to adhere to all pool rules and policies, city and state laws, and to be the best representation of the spirit of Gobbler's Knob. Any applicant hired agrees to avoid creating or spreading rumors, disparaging comments, or other applicable terms in any agreed upon written documentation.