Junior Lifeguard Special Service

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Job summary

The City of Detroit is seeking Junior Lifeguards, ages 16-17, to assist in water-related activities at municipal swimming pools. This role involves enforcing safety regulations, administering first aid, and supporting individuals in learning to swim. Candidates must be physically capable and willing to obtain required certificates within one week of hire.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and provide a work permit.
• Completion of two years high school is required.
• Knowledge of water safety and first aid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enforces pool safety regulations.
• Monitors swimming activities and assists swimmers.
• Cleans pool and deck area.

Skills

Knowledge of resuscitation methods

Swimming Techniques

Communication

Education

Completion of two (2) years of high school

Tools

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Lifeguard Training Certificate

Job description

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City of Detroit

$31,980.00 Annually

Location

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20244824701GSDJWDB

General Services

Opening Date

04/07/2025

6/30/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Bargaining Unit

1650-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 542 Motor City Se

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENTRECREATION DIVISION

SEEKING JR. LIFEGUARD Ages: 16-17
(Jr. Lifeguard must have a valid work permit if hired)

$15.38/HR

Under general supervision, assists water-related recreational activities at a municipal swimming pool.

Examples of Duties

• Enforces safety regulations at municipal swimming pools.
• Enforces requirements for bathing before entering pools.
• Inspects swimmers for cleanliness and infectious diseases.
• Monitors swimming activities.
• Administers first aid.
• Assists individuals in learning to swim.
• Arranges lifesaving equipment around pool.
• Monitors activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures and to maintain order.
• Cleans pool and deck area.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):
Completion of two (2) years of high school.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:

• A valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate is preferred, but not required.
• A valid Community Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate as issued by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association of Michigan is preferred, but not required. Certification must be obtained within one (1) week of hire.
• A valid Community First Aid Certificate or standard First Aid Certificate is preferred, but not required.
• Candidates considered for placement in this classification must Swim 300 yards continuously using the following strokes in the following order within the standard time set by the City of Detroit Recreation Department:

Description

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENTRECREATION DIVISION SEEKING JR. LIFEGUARD Ages: 16-17
(Jr. Lifeguard must have a valid work permit if hired) $15.38/HR

Under general supervision, assists water-related recreational activities at a municipal swimming pool.

Examples of Duties

• Enforces safety regulations at municipal swimming pools.
• Enforces requirements for bathing before entering pools.
• Inspects swimmers for cleanliness and infectious diseases.
• Monitors swimming activities.
• Assists swimmers in distress.
• Administers first aid.
• Assists individuals in learning to swim.
• Arranges lifesaving equipment around pool.
• Monitors activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures and to maintain order.
• Cleans pool and deck area.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):
Completion of two (2) years of high school.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:

• A valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate is preferred, but not required.
• A valid Community Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate as issued by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association of Michigan is preferred, but not required. Certification must be obtained within one (1) week of hire.
• A valid Community First Aid Certificate or standard First Aid Certificate is preferred, but not required.
• Candidates considered for placement in this classification must Swim 300 yards continuously using the following strokes in the following order within the standard time set by the City of Detroit Recreation Department:

200 yards front crawl, using rhythmic breathing, having a stabilizing and propellant kick.
100 yards breaststroke, using pull, breath, kick, and glide sequence.

• Candidates considered for placement in this classification must be able to successfully perform the following activities:

Back boarding.
Treading water for two (2) minutes, using only legs.
Swimming twenty (20) yards, retrieving a brick, and returning holding brick with both
hands.
Rescues.

• If a candidate is 17 years of age or younger, they must submit a School District Work Permit prior to completion of the hiring process.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position. Minimum age requirement – 16.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of resuscitation and lifesaving methods.
• Knowledge of materials and methods used to maintain the cleanliness of pools and deck areas.
• Skill in administering first aid.
• Skill in specific swimming techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide clear instructions.
• Ability to interact effectively with other departmental personnel and the general public.
• Ability to swim.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:

• A valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate is preferred, but not required.
• A valid Community Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate as issued by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association of Michigan is preferred, but not required. Certification must be obtained within one (1) week of hire.
• A valid Community First Aid Certificate or standard First Aid Certificate is preferred, but not required.
• Candidates considered for placement in this classification must Swim 300 yards continuously using the following strokes in the following order within the standard time set by the City of Detroit Recreation Department:

200 yards front crawl, using rhythmic breathing, having a stabilizing and propellant kick.
100 yards breaststroke, using pull, breath, kick, and glide sequence.

• Candidates considered for placement in this classification must be able to successfully perform the following activities:

Back boarding.
Treading water for two (2) minutes, using only legs.
Swimming twenty (20) yards, retrieving a brick, and returning holding brick with both
hands.
Rescues.

• If a candidate is 17 years of age or younger, they must submit a School District Work Permit prior to completion of the hiring process.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position. Minimum age requirement – 16.

CITY OF DETROIT PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT LIFEGUARD TRAINING JR. LIFEGUARD Ages: 16-17 (Jr. Lifeguard must have a valid work permit if hired) LOCATIONS & TIMES Adams Butzel Recreation Center 10500 Lyndon Detroit, MI 48238 Friday 5:00p – 6:30p Saturday 4:00p – 5:30p Northwest Activity Center 18100 Meyers Road Detroit, MI 48235 Friday 6:00p – 7:000p Heilman Recreation Center 19601 Crusade Detroit, MI 48205 Tuesdays 6:00p – 7:30p Thursdays 6:00p – 7:30p Patton Recreation Center 2301 Woodmere Detroit, MI 48209 Thursday 6:00p – 7:00p Saturday 3:00p – 4:30p Physical Demands Must be physically and mentally capable of performing all of the duties of the classification.

Work Environment
Employees in this class are assigned to municipal swimming pools.

Evaluation Plan

• Swim Demo Pass/Fail
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 100%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P:100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point

LRD: 03/05/2024 Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward Ave ste 316
Detroit, Michigan, 48226