Lifeguard - Substitute

$15 - $16/Yr

Victor Central School District - Victor, NY

- Entry Level

Victor, NY

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Lifeguard position is part of the Support Staff within the Athletics Department. This role is essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in the pool or wading areas. Lifeguards are responsible for enforcing rules, providing swimming instruction, and applying first aid when necessary. The position requires effective communication and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively in an educational setting. Regular attendance and adherence to guidelines set by the Civil Service and NYS Education Department are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings as needed
• Follow directives (written, oral, electronic)
• General lifeguard assignments
• Enforce rules and regulations pertaining to pool or wading areas
• Teach in swimming instruction program
• Apply resuscitation techniques and render first aid
• Assist in operating chlorine and other swimming pool equipment
• Keep records and make reports as required
• Perform other assigned duties and/or responsibilities deemed appropriate by supervisors
• Maintain Data Security as applicable
• Maintain confidentiality with staff, students, and family information
• Operate in a respectful, responsible manner

Requirements

• Effective communication and problem solving skills
• Ability to problem solve in a fast paced work environment
• Ability to work collaboratively in an educational setting
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Qualified to be employed as a Lifeguard per Civil Service and NYS Education Department guidelines
• Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Possession of a current Lifeguard Training Certification
• Current ARC Basic Life Support for the Professional Rescuer CRP/AED, or equivalent certification
• Ability to lift and maneuver general pool materials and other objects as needed