Under
supervision, supervise, train, schedule and evaluate the staff assigned to a
swimming facility; perform lifeguard and related duties; provide swimming
instruction; manage the operation of pools or other swimming facilities; and
perform other duties as required.
Head
Lifeguard, Head Instructor is
distinguished from the lower classification of Lifeguard, Instructor in that
the Head Lifeguard, Head Instructor supervises the work of volunteers, Aquatic
Aides, Lifeguards and Instructors at swimming facility.
· Supervise, organize, motivate, assist with hiring, schedule and evaluate the staff;
· Insure that safety standards, sanitary requirements and
regulations are enforced;
· Prepare and maintain routine reports on staff and
operations;
· Prepare staff schedules;
· Supervise the care and maintenance of swim lesson and
lifesaving equipment;
· Inventory equipment and supplies;
· Enforce water safety rules and regulations;
· Perform rescues;
· Perform first aid and resuscitation;
· Act as a liaison between the public, staff, and office
personnel;
· Suggest program improvements;
· Supervise routine maintenance;
· Plan and facilitate staff meetings and in-service training;
· Handle registration and general daily functions of an
aquatics facility;
· Notify supervisors of disturbances, emergencies and staff
performance problems;
· Open and close swimming facilities;
· Assist in the planning, organization, set up and tear down
of accommodations for special events and facility rentals and
· Assist supervisors as requested.
Knowledge:
Working knowledge of:
Some knowledge of:
Ability to:
Requirements:
520 hours of lifeguard experience.
260 hours of swimming instruction experience.
Special Requirements:
Possession of a current American Red
Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate and a current CPR Certificate. *
*Acceptable Lifeguard and CPR
Certifications include:
American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
OR
American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid
With
The American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
OR
The American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for
the Healthcare provider.
OR
The American Red Cross CPR – AED for Lifeguards
Post employment certifications
required within six months of hire:
1.
Oxygen Administration Course AND
Santa Cruz County Instructor Training Program
OR
American Red Cross
Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
AND
2.
Attain one of the following:
· First
Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22)
· ARC
Emergency Responder
· First
Responder
OR
· Emergency
Medical Technician (EMT).
Background Investigation:
Fingerprinting is required for
persons 18 and older.
Special Working Conditions:
Exposure
to variable temperatures and weather conditions; strong and unpleasant odors
and fumes such as chlorine; noise from children; allergens such as poison oak,
pollen, and bee stings; pool chemical fluctuations which might cause irritation
to eyes and skin; and the possibility of administering first aid which may
involve exposure to infections which might cause chronic disease or death.
Other Requirements:
Availability
to work days, early mornings, late evenings and weekends; may be required to
furnish identification badges, uniforms, and Red Cross training materials.
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CLASS TITLES: Lifeguard Manager, Aquatics
Supervisor, Head Lifeguard, Head Instructor
Bargaining Unit: 41
EEOC Job Category: 05
Occupational Grouping: 90
Workers' Comp Code: 1160