Lifeguard
Schenectady City School District
Schenectady, NYJob$22/hrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Job overview
Schenectady City School District is hiring a Lifeguard. This position involves patrolling over swimmers in a public pool or public beach, exercising sound judgment in emergencies, and applying first aid and advanced lifesaving techniques. The incumbent will also instruct beginners in swimming, maintain the beach or pool area, and enforce compliance with rules. Direct supervision is received from a higher-level supervisor.
Key focus areas include Stand watch or patrol swimmers in a public pool or beach, Assist swimmers when they are in difficulty, and Apply first aid, advanced lifesaving techniques and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Successful candidates bring Current First Aid and CPR Certification and Current Lifeguard Training Certificate. Important skills include Sound Judgment In Emergencies, First Aid, Advanced Lifesaving Techniques, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Swimming, and Deal With The Public.
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Full job description
Lifeguard
Application Deadline
6/30/2027
Position Title
Lifeguard
Required Application Type
School Related Personnel
Salary/Pay Scale
$22.00/hour
Job Description
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS : This position involves responsibility for patrolling over swimmers in a public pool or public beach. The incumbent must exercise sound judgment in emergencies. An error in judgment might result in loss of life. Direct supervision is received from a higher level supervisor. Does related duties as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
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Stands watch or patrols swimmers in a public pool or beach and assists them when they are in difficulty;
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Applies first aide, advanced lifesaving techniques and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) when necessary;
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Instructs beginners in swimming;
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Keeps the beach or pool area free of glass and other debris;
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Performs other routine duties such as repairing equipment;
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Maintains order and enforces compliance with beach rules;
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Performs a variety of related duties as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS : Good knowledge of first aid, advanced life saving and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) techniques; ability to swim well; ability to deal with the public and to secure cooperation; ability to keep records and to make simple reports and arithmetic computations; good observation; mental alertness.
Civil Service Title
Lifeguard
Job Qualifications
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Must possess a current certificate in First Aid and CPR for the professional rescuer.
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Must possess a current lifeguard training certificate from a recognized certifying agency, i.e. the American Red Cross, Boy Scouts, YMCA, YWCA, or a certifying agency approved by the New York State Commissioner of Health.
Job Category
Miscellaneous
Job Location
Schenectady HS
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