Lifeguard

On-call Lifeguard 

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Job Title: On-call, Off-site Lifeguard 

Region/Location: Colorado, Rocky Mountains 

Department:  Camp, OPP 

Occupational Job Group: Summer Camp 

Pay Range: $18.81- $21.15 per hour 

Reports To: Operational Director and/or hiring manager 

Date: May – August (exact dates TBD) 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time 

Terms: On-Call, Off-Site, Part-Time 

Supervisory Responsibility: None 

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GENERAL PURPOSE: The On-call, Off-site Lifeguard’s primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of participants in and around water by preventing accidents, enforcing safety rules, and responding to emergencies.  

A function of this job is to ensure that each member, guest and visitor receives the highest caliber of service. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ***(Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job) 

General Responsibilities 

• Surveillance & Safety: Monitor participants in all water-related activities, including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, corcling, stand-up paddle boarding, etc. to prevent dangerous situations. 

• Rescue Operations: Respond to water-related emergencies and perform rescues as needed. 

• First Aid & CPR: Provide FA/CPR and other lifesaving interventions as necessary.  

• Rule Enforcement: Educate all on water safety regulations and enforce them to maintain a secure environment.  

• Weather & Water Conditions: Assess weather changes and water conditions to ensure safety.  

• Equipment Maintenance: Inspect and maintain equipment, life vests, and first aid supplies.  

• Incident Reporting: Document & report any safety incidents or violations.  

• Follow policies, procedures, and standards set by the American Camping Association, Girl Scouts Safety Activity Checkpoints, Colorado Department of Health and Human Services, and other certifying industry organizations. 

PRIMARY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.  

• Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served. 

• Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and/or Formal Training  

• High school diploma or GED. 

• Must have current OR willingness to obtain the following certifications:  

• Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent 

• American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent 

• American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent 

• Universal Standard Precautions 

• Child Abuse Mandated Reporter 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience 

• Proven experience of waterfront skills, swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions. 

• A minimum of 1 years’ experience in waterfront areas and safe practices with swimming, boating, and working near water. 

• Preferred experience or desire for working with children.  

• Preferred experience working in an outdoor location and/or camp setting. 

• Working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.  

Additional Requirements 

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards. 

• Must be at least 18 years of age.   

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED  

• This position works with program related equipment: 

• Waterfront equipment: life vests, paddles etc. 

• Watercraft: canoes, kayaks, corcls, stand-up paddle boards, etc. 

• Subject to injuries from falls, accidental strikes, cuts from equipment, etc. 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES  

• This position offers a very flexible schedule. The work schedule could include entire weekend (Friday through Sunday), weekdays, and weekday evenings. 

• Required daily, frequent exposure to highly stimulating and loud environments. 

• Program activities are carried out in the out-of-doors often in inclement weather. 

• Willing to be on-call at all times, for health, emergency purposes, camper supervision, and program implementation. 

• Able to carry, lift and/or transfer at least 50 pounds. 

• Ability to hear, listen, see, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, use hands & fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands & arms, and balance. 

• Must have interpersonal skills/behaviors (i.e. working with individuals with a range of moods & behaviors in a tactful, congenial personal manner, so as not to alienate, or antagonize them).  

 ***Employee signature below indicates the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential duties & responsibilities of the position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Please contact your supervisor/manager or HR with any questions. 

GSCO will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities and employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship or a direct threat to the Girl Scouts of Colorado. If you need such accommodation, contact your supervisor or Human Resources immediately to begin the interactive accommodation process.