Synopsis

The purpose of this position is to supervise users of Symons Recreation Complex swimming pool and if necessary administer first aid for Richland County and the City of Richland Center.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, at least 15 years old and successful completion of Red Cross lifeguard training
• Ability to advise and interpret on how to apply policies, procedures and standards to specific situations
• Ability to use functional reasoning judgment in performing routine functions following clearly prescribed standard practices
• Ability to utilize descriptive data and information, such as regulations and general operating manuals
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, and Complex maintenance and clerical staff
• Ability to apply situational reasoning ability by exercising judgment, decisiveness and creativity within repetitive or short cycle operations covered by set procedures or sequences
• Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing semi-skilled movements such as drawing, data entry and assembling
• Ability to handle, load and unload, move and guide material using simple tools. Ability to perform routine equipment and machinery maintenance
• Ability to swim and apply water rescue techniques that include intense physical effort involving stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling
• Ability to recognize and identify individual characteristics of colors, forms, sounds, odors, textures etc. associated with objects, materials and ingredients
• Ability to perform effectively in a wet environment with occasional risk from toxic agents and temperature variation

How to Apply

Equal Opportunity Employer

Richland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.