Seasonal Lifeguard I

DescriptionNATURE OF WORKThis is seasonal work in the area of recreation, which follows well-established procedures. This is skilled water safety work involving the prevention of accidents and injuries at a City swimming pool.An employee in this class is responsible for safeguarding patrons at a City swimming pool by preventing injury or loss of life through drowning and for administering first aid or artificial respiration. Work is performed in accordance with departmental rules and regulations governing the public use of swimming pools, and by the recognized practices of water safety.Supervision is received from a superior who makes work assignments and reviews work for orderliness and rule enforcement by visual inspection and conferences.HOURS AND LOCATION Seasonal / Full/Part Time: Varied ScheduleAll City of Sunrise poolsExamples of DutiesEssential Job FunctionsMaintains order and discipline among bathers and other persons at an assigned City swimming poolRescues bathers in distress; applies resuscitation and administers first aid when necessaryAssists pool managers in pool procedures such as inspection of rescue equipment and collection of water samples for tests; when assigned assists in the teaching of swimming classes or other aquatic programsMaintains general appearance and cleanliness of pool area when able to do so without distraction from lifeguardingParticipates in performing custodial tasks as applies to pool decks and surfaces, offices, locker rooms, bath houses and other support buildingsConducts chemical test for pool water quality and monitors pool water temperature. Vacuums pool and cleans pool wallsMaintains daily maintenance and pool chemical usage logsMay operate and clean pool filtration equipmentCollects pool admission and registration feesPerforms related work as required.RequirementsEDUCATION Completion of the 8th Grade PROOF OF THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.) EXPERIENCENo experience required but must have already acquired all required lifeguard certifications and they must be currentNECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONMust be at least 16 years of age.Possession of a current Lifeguard Training Certification, which includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and First Aid or equivalentWater safety instructor's certificate preferred.You MUST attach copies of the following documents to your application upon submission:Proof of highest level of completed education (i.e. student ID, degree, diploma, etc.)Current Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification, which includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and First Aid or equivalentYour application will not be considered without these documents attached. If you have trouble attaching the documents, please contact the Human Resources Department to ask for assistance.Supplemental InformationKnowledge, Skills And AbilitiesKnowledge of approved water rescue methods and specific first aid techniquesAbility to learn rules and regulations relating to pool activities rapidly and to exercise tact, firmness and good judgment in enforcing such rules and regulationsAbility to prevent dangerous situations from arising, to recognize emergencies and to take effective actionSkill in swimming, lifesaving and first aidPhysical strength and agility necessary to perform lifesaving rescueSeasonal Employee BenefitsSeasonal, Interns and Part-Time employeesare not eligible for benefits.01Can you provide proof of highest level of completed education (i.e. student ID, degree, diploma, etc.)YesNo02Are you at least 16 years old?YESNO03Do you possess a current Lifeguard Training Certification, which includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent?YESNO04Do you have a Water Safety Instructor Certificate? (You are not required to have one in order to qualify for this job.)YesNo05Did you attach current Lifeguard Training Certification, which includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and First Aid?YESNO06Did you attach proof of education such as a copy of your Report Card, Transcript or Class Schedule to your application?YESNO Required Question