Lifeguard Per Diem

LIFEGUARD PD (004552)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT373000-JC004552-PD189398

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

5/17/2024 2:52:22 PM

Date Last Edited:

5/17/2024 2:52:17 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS                     

Division Code:

7300D

Division:

CAMPUS LIFE                            

Department:

373000 - CULTURAL & RECREATIONAL AFFAIRS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT373000-JC004552-PD189398

Position Description ID

189398

UC Payroll Title:

LIFEGUARD PD (004552)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

TX: Technical

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

6 - Staff: Per Diem

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

0.2

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40043580

Reports to Payroll Title:

RECR SUPV 1 

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

10066166

Department Head Payroll Title:

ADMIN MGR 1 

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

In this role, the incumbent ensures the safety of facility patrons in an aquatic facility. Incumbents typically maintain constant vigilance at swimming areas to prevent or alleviate the consequences of accidents; provide first aid and basic life support including cardiopulmonary resuscitation as necessary; arrange proper follow-up treatment as necessary; instruct groups and individuals, formally and informally, in swimming, life saving, diving and/or synchronized swimming; and prepare reports of pool usage as required.

Incumbents may recommend and/or administer approved procedures and controls for use of swimming areas; may recommend disciplinary action for violation of rules and regulations governing use of swimming areas; and may assist with pool maintenance and sanitation procedures such as daily water checks, backwashing, filter checking, and pool vacuuming.

The position requires weekend, evening and holiday work as well as work during quarter breaks. Lifeguards may be scheduled at any or all six campus pools and may need to travel between pool sites. All work sites are located in non-smoking areas. Job appointment is temporary and terminates annually unless the appointment is extended. 

UCLA Recreation is a large department within the Division of Campus Life in Student Affairs with approximately 90 career and contract full-time employees and over 1,000 part-time employees. UCLA Recreation provides extensive access to a broad range of recreational activities and wellbeing services, and offers programming which encompasses the competitive, passive, social, cultural, and instructional aspects of recreational activity. In addition, the department manages 15 of the University's recreational and athletic facilities offering recreation, competition, and numerous multi-use options for student and university events.

Recreational Lifeguard Service 

 • Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately & appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.

 • Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of EMS

 • Performs site-specific Emergency Action Plans.

 • Operates pool covers and pool cover reels.

 • Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service.

 • Attends and participates in monthly in-service training sessions.

 • Prepares appropriate checklists, tally sheets, and reports.

 • Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility .

 • Handles or refers other problems and situations as they arise within the facility.

 • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Head Lifeguard, Student Managers, and/or Aquatics Coordinator.

 • Additional duties as assigned.

100%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma

Preferred

Current American Red Cross (ARC) (or equivalent) Lifeguard Training & First Aid and CPR/AED for Lifeguards Certifications.

Upon Hire

Required

Title 22

Within 6 months of hire date

Required

ARC Blood Borne Pathogens, ARC Lifeguard Instructor, ARC Water Safety Instructor Certification(s).

Preferred

Must be at least 18 years of age

Required

Experience in/knowledge of administering emergency oxygen.

Required

Must be available to work a minimum of eight (8) hours/week - maximum twenty (20) hours/week during Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer quarters.

Required

ARC Blood Borne Pathogens, ARC Lifeguard Instructor, ARC Water Safety Instructor Certification(s).

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

UCLA Recreational Pools (Locations Vary)

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.