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:

• Stands watch or patrols swimmers in a public pool or beach and assists them when they are in difficulty;
• Applies first aide, advanced lifesaving techniques and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) when necessary;
• Instructs beginners in swimming;
• Keeps the beach or pool area free of glass and other debris;
• Performs other routine duties such as repairing equipment;
• Maintains order and enforces compliance with beach rules;
• 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.

• Must possess a current certificate in First Aid and CPR for the professional rescuer.
• 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.