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NASSAU COUNTYTitle:LIFEGUARD II (POOL)
(PART-TIME)
Code:230287 NEH
CLASS SPECIFICATIONPage:1 of 2

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Assists in supervision of subordinate lifeguards and in safeguarding lives of patrons using water facilities; performs related duties as required.

COMPLEXITY OF DUTIES
Under general supervision, assists in training and instructing subordinate lifeguard personnel in methods and techniques of water safety and lifesaving and in use of related equipment.

TYPICAL DUTIES
*1.Supervises and evaluates the performance of subordinate lifeguards.
*2.Supervises and participates in the rescue of helpless swimmers, administers first aid, and applies resuscitation measures when necessary.
*3.Enforces rules, regulations, and ordinances pertaining to the use of water facilities.
4.Carries out established working schedules.
5.Participates in and supervises lifesaving and physical conditioning drills.
6.Resolves minor personnel problems.
7.Maintains daily log of events.

*TYPICAL ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1.Considerable knowledge of lifesaving methods and techniques and water safety measures.
2.Considerable knowledge of first aid and resuscitation techniques and equipment.
3.Considerable knowledge of rules and regulations governing the use of water facilities.
4.Considerable swimming skill.
5.Ability to supervise and train subordinates.
6.Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
7.Ability to prepare accurate reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience
GRADE I A or B - Swimming Pool
1.At least eighteen years of age prior to appointment.
2.Satisfactory medical condition as attested to by a physician.
3.At least 20/70 vision in one eye, corrected to 20/40.
4.Two seasons of experience.

GRADE II - Calm Water and Swimming Pool
1.At least eighteen years of age prior to appointment.
2.Satisfactory medical condition attested to by a physician.
3.At least 20/40 vision in one eye, without corrective lenses.
4.Two seasons of experience.

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Title:LIFEGUARD II (POOL)
(PART-TIME)
Code:230287 NEH
Page:2 of 2


Training and Experience (continued)
GRADE III - Ocean, Calm Water, and Swimming Pool
1.At least eighteen years of age prior to appointment.
2.Satisfactory medical condition attested to by a physician.
3.At least 20/40 vision in one eye without corrective lenses.
4.Two seasons of experience.

Necessary Special Requirements
1.Continuing possession of the appropriate grade, current, valid lifeguard certificate issued by the Nassau County Department of Health or the Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation and Museums..
2.Continuing possession of a current, valid CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer Certificate issued by the American Red Cross or a New York State Department of Health accepted equivalent certificate.


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