Lifeguard/EMT, Park and Recreation (Non-Civil Service)

Job description

Dallas is Growing. Grow With Us. Looking for more than just a job? The City of Dallas offers careers with purpose. With competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a vibrant work culture, we’re committed to helping you thrive while you help our city flourish. Be part of a team that’s committed to service, innovation, and community. Job Summary Job Description Overview The Lifeguard/EMT provides medical expertise for staff and patron safety, incident response, and first aid in coordination with Lifeguards and other aquatics safety personnel during park operations. Essential Functions 1 Responds to and assists with emergencies and provides emergency medical and first aid assistance to patrons daily. 2 Proactively monitors patrons and staff for signs and symptoms of distress and responds accordingly; remains calm and administers basic medical attention. 3 Drafts and completes reports and documentation daily related to incidents where medical assistance is provided to ensure transparency. 4 Assists with and participates in lifeguard in-service weekly and gives feedback, support, and information. 5 Maintains inventory daily of first aid supplies and tests AED and Oxygen equipment. 6 Provides lifeguarding activities when needed. 7 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned. Knowledge and Skills 1 Knowledge of Lifeguarding and basic EMT procedures. 2 Knowledge of first aid, standards of care, maintaining needed equipment, and adequate supplies 3 Knowledge of water park rules for operation. 4 Knowledge of swimming pool maintenance and chemistry. 5 Ability to supervise, lead, and train lifeguarding and safety personnel. 6 Ability to identify distressed persons. 7 Ability to handle emergency situations quickly and effectively, 8 Ability to swim, run, walk, stand, and perform a wide range of physical abilities. 9 Ability to provide customer service and ensure patron safety for a large number of patrons at a large aquatics facility. 10 Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. 11 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Experience 1 year of experience as a lifeguard working with a large number of safety personnel in an aquatic facility. Licenses and Certifications EMT Basic Certification, Lifeguarding Education High School Diploma, GED Salary Range $21.50 - $22.91 The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications. City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.