POSITION SUMMARYThe City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.
The employee in this position maintains surveillance and enforces pool regulations to ensure and secure the safety of pool patrons. Serves as head lifeguard and leads part-time and temporary lifeguards. Administers First Aid and CPR as needed. The employee exercises reasonable initiative and independent judgment in the conduct of pool programs and activities and in response to emergency situations within the limits of established policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT AS A POOL LIFEGUARD
A. High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
B. One (1) to three (3) years of experience as a lifeguard
C. Lifeguard Certification issued by the American Red Cross
D. Candidates are required to pass a swim test prior to appointment
All required certifications, whether possessed at time of application or obtained after appointment, must be kept current to continue employment in this class ***CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO PASS A SWIM TEST PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT***
The results of the performance test will be valid for thirty (30) days only. Unsuccessful applicants or those not hired within 30 days, must reapply, and retake the test. The skills listed below in the performance tests are representative but not limited to the performance test requirements.
In order to be eligible for a Pool Lifeguard position with the City of Fort Lauderdale, you must: 200-yard swim under 4 minutesTreading Water for 2 minutesBrick RetrievalFront Rescue -Active VictimRear Rescue - Active VictimHead Neck or Spinal Injury in Shallow WaterSubmerged Passive Victim in Deep Water with 3 minutes of CPR
Candidates must pass ALL seven (7) components of the swim test to successfully complete the performance exam. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSEssential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
- Oversee day-to-day programs operations of facility under the direction of the supervisor.
- Monitors activities in and near the water through patron surveillance .
- Assists supervisor with completion of daily tasks
- Reports non-compliance of operating policy and procedure to an immediate supervisor
- Organizes and conducts recreational activities, assist in site supervision, and special events
- Coordinates daily programs with lifeguards and recreation staff
- May assist with performance testing and training of new lifeguards
- Conducts and teach American Red Cross courses, to employees and the general public including, but not limited to Water Safety, Lifeguarding CPR/AED/First Aid, and/or Basic Water Rescue;
- May instruct and supervise aquatic programs and courses
- Assists staff in educating, monitoring and enforcing safety rules and regulations
- Recognizes and provides quick response to all emergencies including rescue, First Aid and CPR
- Conducts safety orientations, administers swim tests and fits life jackets
- Cleans pool equipment, pool deck, swimming pools and locker room facilities and performs related maintenance
- Performs opening and closing duties including safety checks and inspections
- Perform operational tasks that include but are not limited to; set up, break down, and cleanup of aquatic events and activities
- May test and maintain swimming pool water chemistry
- Works on weekends as scheduled during special events for the City
- Documents and report including but not limited to shift reports, incident reports, facility checklists, etc.
- Assists in overseeing, planning, and implementing in one of the following areas - programs, events, facility maintenance and staffing,
- Attends in service training
- Adhere to all essential duties for recreational lifeguards
- Performs related work as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENTHigh School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency.One (1) to three (3) years of experience as a lifeguard.Possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.Must obtain Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) License within 6 months of hire.Must be able to successfully pass a performance test which includes simulated pool rescues prior to hire. This test must be successfully passed every six (6) months after employment.All required certifications, whether possessed at time of application or obtained after appointment, must be kept current to continue employment in this class.
Preferences Experience in aquatics programming and eventsLifeguard Instructor Certification (LGI) and/or Water Safety Instructor Certification (WSI).Supervisory experience.
VISION REQUIREMENTS - Must be free from color blindness and have no permanent abnormality of either eye; must have at least 20/50 vision in each eye without correction (glasses or contacts) and must have 20/20 vision in each eye separately with correction. Employees are required to wear corrective lenses while on duty if vision is not at least 20/50 without correction.
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.
Special Requirements: Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine who will be required to work.
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.
The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.
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