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Careers / Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers |
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Summary Description |
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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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Sample Job Titles |
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Alpine Patroller |
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Aquatics Director |
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Aquatics Specialist |
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Beach Attendant |
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Beach Lifeguard |
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Beach Patrol Lieutenant |
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Boating Safety Officer |
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Bus Monitor |
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Cafeteria Monitor |
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Certified Ski Patroller |
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Gamewell Operator |
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Health Club Attendant |
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Life Guard |
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Lifeguard |
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Marine Safety Officer |
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Ocean Lifeguard |
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Ocean Lifeguard Specialist |
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Ocean Rescue Lieutenant |
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Outdoor Emergency Care Technician |
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Park Ranger |
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Playground Monitor |
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Pool Attendant |
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Pool Lifeguard |
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Ranger |
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Recreation Attendant |
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Recreation Director |
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Rescue Boat Operator |
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Rescue Worker |
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Ski Instructor |
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Ski Patrol |
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Ski Patrol Director |
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Ski Patroller |
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Spa Attendant |
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Supervisory Lifeguard |
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Surveillance System Monitor |
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Swim Instructor |
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Water Safety Instructor (WSI) |
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Job Tasks |
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Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
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Contact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury.
- Request emergency personnel.
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Rescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment.
- Rescue people from hazardous situations.
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Instruct participants in skiing, swimming, or other recreational activities and provide safety precaution information.
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Patrol or monitor recreational areas such as trails, slopes, and swimming areas, on foot, in vehicles, or from towers.
- Patrol natural areas to ensure safety or enforce regulations.
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Observe activities in assigned areas, using binoculars, to detect hazards, disturbances, or safety infractions.
- Observe individuals' activities to gather information or compile evidence.
- Monitor environmental conditions to detect hazards.
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Complete and maintain records of weather and beach conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident information.
- Record information about environmental conditions.
- Maintain operational records.
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Maintain quality of pool water by testing chemical levels.
- Inspect facilities for cleanliness.
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Warn recreational participants of inclement weather, unsafe areas, or illegal conduct.
- Warn individuals about rule violations or safety concerns.
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Inspect recreational equipment, such as rope tows, T-bars, J-bars, and chair lifts, for safety hazards and damage or wear.
- Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
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Inspect recreational facilities for cleanliness.
- Inspect facilities for cleanliness.
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Provide assistance with staff selection, training, and supervision.
- Train employees in proper work procedures.
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Provide assistance in the safe use of equipment, such as ski lifts.
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Operate underwater recovery units.
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Participate in recreational demonstrations to entertain resort guests.
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Work Activities |
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Assisting and Caring for Others —
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients. |
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Performing for or Working Directly with the Public —
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests. |
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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Performing General Physical Activities —
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. |
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
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Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others —
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. |
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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Handling and Moving Objects —
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
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Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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Interesting Fact |
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Two-thirds of all present-day college students intend to become entrepreneurs at some point in their careers. |
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