Job Details

Certified Lifeguard

Assists in overseeing and providing a safe environment for patrons and responding to incidents in an efficient and appropriate manner

Work Hours: The scheduled work hours for this position vary and are determined by operational needs, facility demands and/or event schedules. Hours may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

Essential Duties Include, but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Monitor patrons and guests at City owned/operated swimming facilities to ensure safe environment.
• Explain and enforce swimming facility rules and regulations.
• Respond to accidents/injuries
• Maintain facility cleanliness

Education/Experience: Must be certified or be able to pass certification classes in CPR/First Aid and Lifesaving. Previous lifeguard experience preferred, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In order to provide efficient and effective services, the City seeks team members who possess the following core competencies that are aligned with the City's vision: Accountability - takes responsibility for own actions; Adaptability - responds positively to change; Communications - listens, speaks and/or writes in a clear, concise and respectful manner; Initiative - takes proactive action to complete work or resolve issues; Judgment & Decision Making - evaluates issues and makes sound factual decisions; Customer Service - provides courteous, accessible and quality assistance to internal and external customers; Professional Development - seeks opportunities to enhance technical skills and job knowledge; Teamwork and Cooperation - collaborates with other team members to fulfill the City's vision

EEO: The City of Charleston provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all current employees and new applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law.