The Manchester Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting applications for Full Time & Part Time Waterfront Lifeguard positions for the 2013 Summer Season.

 

This is patrol work in overseeing activity at Singing Beach in the Town of Manchester. The job environment involves an outdoor beach site with rocks, changing water depths due to high and low tides, and surf ranging from minimal to potentially dangerous. This job requires weekend shifts and may also require consecutive days of responsibility and work.

 

Assists in the daily activities and responsibilities of the beach under the direct supervision and leadership of the head lifeguard including the following essential functions: Patrols Singing Beach sand and swimming area: monitors swimmers, and directs nearby boaters, windsurfers, kayakers, jet-skiers, etc. out of swim area. Performs rescue maneuvers, CPR, and First Aid as necessary. Transmits requests for police, ambulance, fire, or harbormaster assistance when needed. Ensures that maximum safety precautions are practiced and rules and regulations are followed by all beach patrons. Assumes responsibility for care of all equipment and supplies used in daily operations. Oversees that storage area is regularly kept clean, stocked, and organized. Reports to head lifeguard when supplies are low or equipment is damaged. Performs related duties and on-the-job-training as specified by the Head lifeguard, and the Director of Parks & Recreation, or as the situation dictates.