Pool Lifeguard

Essential Functions
Essential Functions
Monitors activities in and near the water through patron surveillance.
Enforces facility safety rules and regulations by educating patrons.
Recognizes and provides quick response to all emergencies, including rescue, First Aid, and CPR.
Provide swimming instruction to individuals or groups.
Related tasks:

Cleans the pool and related facilities on a regular basis.
Meets and greets patrons, resolves conflicts, and explains pool rules, regulations, and policies.
Performs pool opening and closing procedures.
Cleans and maintains swimming pool filters and related facilities.
Takes part in training programs to improve lifeguarding skills.
Registers instruction program participants.
Sells pool permits, operates cash register.
Assists with special events.
Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:

Water safety rules and of lifesaving and first aid practices and techniques.
Cleaning and maintenance requirements for large pools and related equipment and supplies.
Skilled in:

Swimming, demonstrating considerable strength and proficiency.
Providing excellent customer service to pool visitors.
Maintaining vigilance and quickly identifying potential hazards.
Administering first aid, CPR, and AED in emergencies.
Ability to:

Maintain chemical balance of pool water.
Work safely with toxic chemicals.
Enforces rules and remains calm under stress.
Clean and maintain a swimming pool and related facilities.
Pass annual requalification testing.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
Must possess current certifications through the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid State of Florida Class “E” driver’s license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.
Ability to pass American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Oxygen Administration classes (AEO) during first year of employment.

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

Criminal Background Check
Employment Verification
Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
Certification/License Verification
Physical
Drug and Alcohol Screen

LOCATION:

Positions available at both Meadows Park Pool and The Swim & Racquet Center

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

Criminal Background Check
Employment Verification
Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
Certification/License Verification
Physical
Drug and Alcohol Screen
Physical and Environmental Demands and Conditions
Occasionally operates machinery and/or power tools.
Occasionally operates motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Occasionally lifts/carries objects 50 pounds or less.
Occasionally pushes/pulls objects 150 pounds or less.
Occasionally works in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts.
Continuously ascends or descends ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
Continuously moves self in different positions to accomplish tasks in tight and confined spaces.
Continuously remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Continuously moves about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks.
Continuously moves from one worksite to another.
Continuously adjusts or moves objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
Continuously communicates with others to exchange information.
Continuously repeats motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Continuously operates a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills.
Continuously operates motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
Continuously assesses the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
Continuously observes details accurately and identifies variances.
Continuously works in an area with drafts, noise, or temperature variations.
Continuously works in extreme temperatures, noise levels, or other environmental conditions.
Continuously works outdoors with exposure to animals, reptiles, or insects.
Continuously works with equipment or performs procedures where carelessness could cause minor injuries.