Recreation Lifeguard I

City of Fort Lauderdale; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking a part-time lifeguard to enforce pool rules, guard patrons, provide First Aid/CPR, and assist with recreational activities and site supervision at municipal pools.

Applicants must hold a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, be 15 or older, keep certifications current, pass a rescue test every six months, meet vision requirements, and be available for weekend work.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
• Age 15 years or older may perform the job per agency needs and laws.
• All required certifications must be kept current to continue employment.
• Must pass a performance test with simulated pool rescues every six months.
• Vision: at least 20/40 in each eye, color vision not impaired and cannot be waived.
• Must work weekends for special events at City facilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitors activities in and near the water through patron surveillance.
• Enforces facility safety rules and educates patrons.
• Recognizes and provides quick response to emergencies including rescue and CPR.
• Provide swimming instructions to adults and children.
• Cleans and maintains pool equipment, deck, pools and locker rooms.
• If assigned to Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center, handles setup/breakdown for events.
• Conducts water games and sports.
• Performs related work as required.

Skills

lifeguard certification

First Aid & CPR

weekend availability

ability to pass tests

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification

Job description

Summary

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This is a part-time position with a 32-Hour cap per week in accordance with City of Fort Lauderdale Policy and Standards Manual. This position is At-Will and is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement or the Personnel Rules.
Maintains surveillance and enforces pool regulations to ensure and secure the safety of pool patrons Administers First Aid and CPR as needed. An employee in this class is responsible for lifeguarding at municipal pool, which may include organizing and conducting recreational activities and assisting in site supervision.

All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Depends upon work assignment and location.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

In addition to life saving duties, the position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Examples of duties

• Monitors activities in and near the water through patron surveillance
• Enforces facility safety rules and regulations and educates patrons
• Recognizes and provides quick response to any and all emergencies including rescue, First Aid and CPR
• Provide swimming instructions to adults and children
• Cleans and performs maintenance of pool equipment, pool deck, swimming pools and locker room facilities
• If assigned to the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center, will be required to perform operational tasks that include but are not limited to; set up, break down, and cleanup of special events
• Conducts water games and sports
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

1. Must possess a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.

2. Depending on the needs of the agency, and area of assignment, the age requirements might differ where employees that are 15 years of age or older can perform the job provided that applicable federal, state, and local requirements are followed

3. All required certifications, whether possessed at time of application or obtained after appointment, must be kept current to continue employment in this class.

4. Must be able to successfully pass a performance test which includes simulated pool rescues. This test must be successfully passed every six (6) months after employment.

5. VISION REQUIREMENTS- Must be free from color blindness and have no permanent abnormality of either eye; must have at least 20 I 40 or better vision in each eye with or without corrective lenses (glasses or contacts) THE VISION REQUIREMENTS CANNOT BE WAIVED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. An employee who has undergone radial keratotomy may not be examined until six (6) weeks have elapsed from their last surgical procedure and must at that time meet the above stated vision requirements.

6. Work on weekends as scheduled during special events for the City and Aquatic Complex

7. If assigned to the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center, Free Diving and/or SCUBA certification is preferred relative to assigned lifeguard and maintenance duties in deep water up to and including a depth of 6-meters (19.68 Feet).

Supplemental information

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form