• Monitors activities at the pool to prevent accidents.
• Rescues swimmers in emergency situations.
• Follows an action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency. Evaluates a situation then determines and provides necessary Basic Lifesaving Support in an emergency.
• Enforces pool rules and complies with Maricopa County Aquatic and Food Safety regulations.
• Provides excellent customer service to all patrons.
• Complies with Starguard Protocols and Maricopa County Aquatic regulations.
• Assists with swim lesson registrations, open swim fees and all other pool financial transactions.
• Answers inquiries for Aquatics programming and provides information to patrons.
• Assists with the inventory of pool supplies and equipment.
• Participates in all in-service trainings throughout the season.
• Participates in the cleaning of the Aquatics facility.
• Completes required paperwork as needed in a timely manner.
• Assists in the training, mentoring and direction of participants in the Junior Lifeguard program.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education and Experience:

Three (3) months experience as a Lifeguard preferred. Must be at least 16 years of age.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• City policies and procedures.
• Maricopa County Aquatic regulations.

• Operate a computer using various software.
• Establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with the public and coworkers.
• Lift 50-100 pounds.

• Acting quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Water rescue, first aid, CPR and lifesaving.
• Effective oral and written communication.

Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification and a StarGuard Lifeguard certification ORcurrent American Red Cross Lifeguard Training/First Aid and American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certifications.