Aquatics Specialist I

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Class Title
Aquatics Specialist I
Class Code
9518
Salary
$15.00 - $15.75 Hourly
Classification Description Summary

Distinguishing Characteristics

Positions in this band have direct supervision available.  Work tasks are routine, repetitive, and/or narrowly defined.


Work Schedule

  • Less than 233 hours per quarter and may be year round or

  • 233 hours or more in a quarter with a maximum of six months employment or

  • Not to exceed 1,039 work hours within any fiscal year

Essential Functions

Include, but are not limited to:

  • Guards the pool during facility use.  

  • Enters the water to rescue patrons in distress; resuscitates rescued swimmers, administers first aid to injured, calls Emergency Medical Services (EMS) on serious accident cases.

  • Enforces policies, rules, and regulations.

  • Cleans and performs light maintenance around pool, locker rooms and storage areas.

  • Inspects facilities to ensure safe conditions.

  • Prepares supplies for programs.

  • Under direction, teaches swimming, water safety, and diving, and assists with special events.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Age:            15

Certifications:      Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid  



Preferred Qualifications

Certifications:       Water Safety Instructor


Supplemental Information

Working Conditions

  • Conveys and exchanges verbal and written information.

  • Walking, standing, sitting and performing swimming rescues.

  • Walking on various surfaces including uneven ground that may be slippery.

  • Work may be performed outdoors in a variety of weather extremes.

  • Ability to react to emergency situations by quick movements, strenuous activity, and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights.

  • May work evenings, weekends and holidays.

No Benefits Offered for this position