Responsible for ensuring the safety of all patrons in the pool area and keeping facility clean.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Skilled as a Lifeguard
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patrons in spoken and written standard English
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Skilled in, or potential for working effectively with a diverse, multi-ethnic clientele

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Under 18 with work permit, high school diploma or equivalent and 12 to 18 months related experience or required course work/certification. Required to possess a current American Red Cross Lifeguard certificate; current American Red Cross CPR/FPR Certificate. No substitutions. Lifeguarding certification is absolutely required.

CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Watches over all swimmers and reacts accordingly
• Trained and Certified to recognize life threatening situations and to perform lifesaving skills when necessary
• Responsible for passing the Natatorium minimum skills pre-hire requirement. Endurance Swim, Treading strength, 2 Victim Rescues, 10LB. brick retrieval from 13’ of water and CPR
• Responsible for maintaining a level of fitness required to perform life
• Enforces all rules and regulations of the College and Health Department
• Responsible for maintaining a level of fitness required to perform lifesaving skills as needed
• Responsible for participating in all in-service training required to maintain all lifesaving skills that are appropriate to an aquatic and fitness facility
• Checks deck equipment and puts away lesson equipment
• Cleans bleachers, water fountains, and windowsills
• Sweeps decks
• Cleans scum lines and skimmer baskets
• Wipes down weight room equipment and pads
• Dust mops racquetball courts
• Cleans marks off of the walls and floors of the racquetball courts
• Administers first aid when needed
• Performs related work as required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certificate; current American Red Cross CPR/FPR Certificate.
Able to rescue 150 lbs. human from the water.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Prince George’s Community College values the safety of its students, faculty, and staff. As part of that commitment, the College has announced effective October 21, 2021, all students, faculty, and staff must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or tested for the virus weekly. As a prospective or new employee, you will be required to comply with this mandate and all the necessary safety protocols, including wearing a mask. Please direct your questions related to the vaccination, testing, mask mandates, and requirements for exemptions to VMPO@pgcc.edu.

Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.

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