Recreation Lifeguard I

City of Fort Lauderdale; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to maintain safety at municipal pools. Responsibilities include surveillance of patrons, enforcing regulations, and administering First Aid and CPR when necessary. The ideal candidate will possess a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification and be prepared for varying shifts, including weekends for special events.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
• Able to recognize and respond to emergencies effectively.
• Must pass a performance test every six months.

Responsibilities

• Monitors activities in and near the water to ensure safety.
• Enforces facility safety rules and educates patrons.
• Provides swimming instruction to adults and children.

Skills

Surveillance

Emergency Response

First Aid

CPR

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

STARTING PAY RATE: $17.35
An employee in this class maintains surveillance and enforces pool regulations to ensure and secure the safety of pool patrons administers First Aid and CPR as needed. Responsible for lifeguarding at municipal pool, which may include organizing and conducting recreational activities and assisting in site supervision.

- Call 954-828-PARK (7275) to get Lifeguard Certified! - ****- Do you have a Pool Preference? Click the links below to find out more! - https://www.parks.fortlauderdale.gov/beach/aquatics https://www.parks.fortlauderdale.gov/beach/aquatics/fort-lauderdale-aquatic-complex

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

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).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Depends upon work assignment and location.

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

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.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Applications will be reviewed, and the hiring authority will contact those applicants whose application reflects the best match of experience for the position.

NOTE: Please note that your application is part of a pool of candidates who are interested in the position. Your candidacy will be considered alongside other qualified applicants, and selections will be made as vacancies arise. Only those candidates who best meet the requirements of the position will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process.