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City of Clovis, NM

LIFEGUARD CASUAL

City of Clovis, NM, Clovis, New Mexico, United States, 88101


Salary:

$12.00 - $17.98 Hourly

Location :

Clovis, NM

Job Type:

PART-TIME

Job Number:

2024_08_30_2047_CAS

Department:

PARKS AND RECREATION

Division:

AQUATICS

Opening Date:

08/30/2024

Job Description

This is a casual position working on an as needed basis to complete the weekly schedule. If there are shifts available, this position must work at least one shift every two (2) months. The lifeguard performs specialized work in the enforcement of regulations and the protection of life at the swimming pool. This position is responsible for maintaining reasonable state of discipline and behavior on the part of swimmers and rescuing those who might be in distress. Instructions and preliminary training are given at the beginning of the season, after which, employee is expected to follow the established procedures with minimum assistance. Work is subject to review through visual inspections by a Supervisor who is generally at the pool at all times.

This position has been classified as a safety sensitive position and is subject to our drug testing policy to include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident for the following prohibited substances: marijuana, amphetamines, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP), and cocaine, as well as any drug not approved for medical use by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration or the U.S. Food and Drug

Administration.

Typical Duties

Patrols and observes swimming pool area; prevents ball playing, tag games, fighting, and other infractions of rules around the pool areaRescues tired bathers or bathers having difficulties, applies artificial respiration if necessaryAdministers first aide to cuts and other injuries suffered by bathers and administers CPR when necessaryAssists in sweeping, mopping, and picking up of wastepaper and trash in the pool area and buildingsEnsures pool rescue equipment, benches, and other movable equipment are kept in proper areaMay assist in checking of the temperature of water and amounts of chlorine, bromide, and acid in the waterAssists in working behind counter, checking baskets and valuablesMay be required to work weekends and holidays.Requirements

Skill in swimming, rescue work, resuscitation, and in giving first aide.Ability to recognize emergencies and to take appropriate action.Good physical strength and sufficient strength to control struggling adult swimmers.Must have American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, Community First Aid and CPR, and AED Certification.A background check, as well as other additional pre-employment screening must be completed prior to start date.

No benefits provided.

01

This position is classified as a "casual" position. A "casual" position does not have a set schedule but will fill in on an "as needed" basis. Are you able to fill in on an as needed basis?

YesNo

02

A requirement for this position is you must possess a current, valid, American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, do you meet this requirement?

YesNo

03

If you do have a current, valid, American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, you must be able to produce it if you are selected for the position. Please indicate that you understand this requirement.

YesNo

04

Do you possess a First Aid/CPR Certification?

YesNo

05

If you do not currently possess a valid First Aid, CPR and AED certification, if selected, you must complete the First Aid, CPR and AED certification within the first six months of employment. Please confirm you understand this is a requirement of the position.

YesNo

06

This position has been classified as a safety sensitive position by the City of Clovis and/or the USDOT and is subject to City of Clovis' drug testing policy and/or regulations set for by USDOT to include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident for the following prohibited substances: marijuana, amphetamines, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP), and cocaine, as well as any drug not approved for medical use by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration or the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Please confirm you understand this position is subject to the City drug testing policy to include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.

YesNo

07

Were you referred by Workforce?

YesNo

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