Occupation information for Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service... District Of Columbia

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Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.

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Currently Employed: 200

Projected Annual Job Openings: 60

Typical Hourly Wage: $24.19 - $28.56

Typical Annual Salary: $50,310 - $59,390

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: No formal educational credential

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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typical job duties

Patrol or monitor recreational areas, such as trails, slopes, or swimming areas, on foot, in vehicles, or from towers.
Rescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment.
Contact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury.
Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
Warn recreational participants of inclement weather, unsafe areas, or illegal conduct.
Maintain quality of pool water by testing chemical levels.
Complete and maintain records of weather and beach conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident information.
Observe activities in assigned areas, using binoculars, to detect hazards, disturbances, or safety infractions.
Operate underwater recovery units.
Instruct participants in skiing, swimming, or other recreational activities and provide safety precaution information.

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