Lifeguard

1.    Report ready for duty at least 15 minutes before assigned shift and be in a proper position when shift starts.
2.    Be professional alert, courteous, and tactful.
3.    Maintain an alert position while in the guard chair so he/she can observe signals from guards and note anything unusual in the water area he/she is guarding.
4.    Refrain from unnecessary talk or visitation with the public. If talk is necessary, do so while keeping assigned area under observation.
5.    Make requests and issue orders in a courteous and determined manner. If orders are not executed in full and at once, report the incident to the manager on duty.
6.    Refer detailed inquiries to the manager on duty.
7.    Clear all swimmers out of the water during an electrical storm, tornado warning or other emergency situations.
8.    Maintain discipline among the more active patrons so as to insure the safety and comfort of others.
9.    Promptly and consistently enforce all facility rules.
10.    Keep the facility fit for inspection at all times; litter picked up and maintains the lifeguard equipment and first aid supplies in readiness.
11.    Be aware of specific duties or responsibilities in the event of a major emergency.
12.    Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the pool manager, assistant managers, Aquatics and Tennis Manager, or Parks and Recreation Director.
13.    The responsibilities listed above do not constitute every duty that may be performed by a lifeguard. While on duty a lifeguard may be expected to be asked to perform other duties and tasks which may or may not be directly related to the lifeguard function.

The City of Upper Arlington proudly operates three outdoor pools and is committed to providing safe and healthy experiences to all pool patrons. Under the direction of the Pool Managers, Lifeguards assure that the pool facility and recreational swimming programs are operated in the safest, most effective and efficient manner possible for all patrons. Lifeguard Training is available.

1.    Previous experience as a lifeguard preferred.
2.    Experience and/or training in aquatics and/or recreational activities is desirable.
3.    Current American Red Cross or equivalent certification in Lifeguarding, Waterpark Lifeguard, or Waterfront Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid required.
4.    A written recommendation for employment attesting to the applicant's ability to perform the duties of lifeguard; his/her dependability and character. If possible a reference shall be obtained from a former employer, coach, teacher, or other person associated with an aquatics related course, program, or activity in which the applicant was involved.
1.    All lifeguards must successfully complete a swimming and lifeguard proficiency test prior to the opening of the swimming season.
2.    During each day of employment, all lifeguards are expected to swim a minimum of 300 yards.
3.    All lifeguards must attend and participate satisfactorily in all in-service activities.
4.    All lifeguards are expected to be available for fulltime duty during the entire swimming season.
5.    Cleanliness and neatness are expected in all aspects of a lifeguard's appearance and personal hygiene.
6.    Unnecessary jewelry, such as earrings, bracelets, pins, studs, etc., should not be worn on duty
7.    Guard suits should be clean, neat, and in good repair.

Salary, Hours and Working Conditions:
1.    The City of Upper Arlington will determine the hourly rate for lifeguard annually.
2.    Flexible scheduling. Lifeguards are permitted to work up to 40 hours per week.
3.    Hours worked in excess of 40 hours will be paid at the normal rate of pay with no provisions for overtime pay.
4.    All lifeguards must complete an annual drug and background screening.
Evaluation:
The pool manager and assistant managers will evaluate the performance of all lifeguards annually.