PT Seasonal Pool Lifeguard I

City of Delray Beach; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Delray Beach is seeking a part-time lifeguard to ensure the safety of pool patrons. Responsibilities include monitoring activities, providing first aid, and executing rescue procedures. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, lifeguard training, and excellent communication skills. This role requires adaptability and the ability to work during special events.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and enrolled in high school for part-time positions.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool patrons and enforce rules.
• Provide first aid and CPR when necessary.
• Assist with swim lesson instructions.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CPR

AED

Oxygen administration

Job description

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Job Description

This part-time position monitors, controls, and prevents situations hazardous to the health and safety of pool patrons through alert, responsive observations. Execute rescue procedures promptly and efficiently when necessary. Work is performed under general supervision.

Essential Job Duties

• Observe and monitor pool patrons; enforce pool rules.
• Provide first aid care for minor injuries.
• Regulate activities which may threaten pool patrons or property.
• Make water rescues in various situations.
• Provide resuscitative care (CPR) and Basic Life Support until EMS personnel arrive.
• Administer oxygen, perform CPR, and use an Automatic External Defibrillator as required.
• Assist with routine facility maintenance.
• Assist with swim lesson instructions.
• Complete physical and skills training as assigned on a daily basis.
• Ability to work some nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Must be available to work four (4) mandatory special events (July 4th, Tree Lighting, Holiday Parade, and St Patrick’s Parade).
• Foster positive employee relations and morale on a city-wide basis.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduation or acceptable equivalency diploma.
• High School students (PART TIME POSITIONS ONLY) must be enrolled in high school and at least 16 years of age at application.

All employees must possess and maintain the following valid certificates:

• Valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record.
• American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Training or equivalent.
• Successfully pass the Pool Lifeguard Test semi-annually.

Supplemental Information

Experience with pool lifeguarding and maintenance preferred. Knowledge of BLS procedures, rescue operations, protocols, and rescue techniques. Ability to run and swim with endurance. Skill in equipment maintenance. Proficiency in oxygen administration, CPR, AED use. Effective communication skills. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Adaptability to an evolving environment.

Employees should respond positively to supervision, be well-groomed, punctual, courteous, operate equipment properly, and respect cultural, religious, and gender differences.

A comparable combination of education, training, and experience may substitute minimum qualifications.

This position does not offer benefits.

Additional Requirements

The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco products within three months prior to application. Have you used any tobacco products in this period?

• Yes
• No

Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or permit with a good driving record? If from another state, you must obtain a Florida license within 30 days of hire. Please upload a copy of your license with your application.

• Your application will be rejected if you fail to attach required documents.

Please indicate your highest level of education. A copy of your diploma/certificate must be uploaded.

• N/A
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

Do you have an ARC Lifeguard Training Certificate or equivalent? Attach proof with your application.

• Yes, I am attaching my certification
• No

Do you have certification in oxygen administration with AED? Attach proof if yes.

• Yes, I am attaching my certification
• No

Do you have certification in First Aid, First Responder, or EMT/Paramedic? Attach proof if yes.

• Yes, I am attaching my certification
• No

Do you have a Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification? Attach proof if yes.

• Yes, I am attaching my certification
• No

If not, you must obtain it within one year of hire.

• I acknowledge that I must obtain a WSI certification within a year of hire.
• No, thank you

Passage of the Pool Lifeguard Test is a requirement for application processing.

• I acknowledge
• I cannot pass the Pool Lifeguard Test