POSITION OVERVIEW

• Responsible for student safety and wellbeing during MLA swim times
• Reports to Welfare Manager
• Employment from now – end of July in California

The MLA Lifeguard is a part-time, seasonal position (July) with MLA Move Language Ahead. The Lifeguard works under the direct supervision of the MLA Activity Manager and Center Director. Lifeguards are hired to supervise all MLA swimming events during the program..

LOCATION

Pitzer College
1050 N Mills Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711

SCHEDULE

The MLA Lifeguard is required to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the program. A typical shift is from 5 pm to 6:30 pm.

Working days are:
11th,18th, 20th, 22nd, 24th of July

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

Candidates must have a valid American Red Cross or YMCA life guard certification. Successful candidates will have enthusiasm; excellent communication skills; good interpersonal skills; and the ability to work in a high-pressure environment. Candidates must represent MLA Move Language Ahead's values and model those values to subordinates and colleagues.

The completion of a satisfactory background check is required. The completion of a child abuse clearance may be required.

KEY POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

Open Swimming

• Maintains constant surveillance of guests in the swimming facility;
• Acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of guests in the event of emergency;
• Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.

COMPENSATION

Compensation for MLA Lifeguards is $20.00 per hour, payable bi-weekly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes
If yes, how many pounds? 75 lbs.
Do the essential functions of this job require standing? Yes
Do the essential functions of this job require walking up stairs? Yes
Do the essential functions of this job require stretching? Yes
Do the essential functions of this job require bending? Yes

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

MLA Move Language Ahead is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, handicap/disability, Vietnam-era/disabled veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other non-job related criteria.