What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard - Seasonal/Temporary position at Alachua County, FL?
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 16 years old.
Licenses and/or Certificates:
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
- CPR Certificate for Professional Rescuer
- Standard First Aid Certificate
Lifeguard certification is required, this training will be provided upon hire.
CPR/First Aid certification is required; this training will be provided upon hire.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and requires the successful completion of a Level 2 criminal history background investigation prior to employment including finger printing and compliance with Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) requirements.
Position Summary
This is a seasonal recreational position and is responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions, enforcing established rules and regulations, and rescuing those who are in distress.
Work involves maintaining the quality of swimming pool water and appearance of pool facilities and leadership and instruction responsibilities to pool guests, children and/or teens. Individuals in the position will be a positive role model.
Examples of Duties
Exudes a positive customer service focus.
Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication.
Provides polite enforcement of rules, regulations, and policies to all guests, groups, and organizations.
Serves as a lifeguard when needed.
Perform inspections of pool, pool deck and chemical levels; completes routine paperwork as required.
Performs rescuer duties as needed including CPR, First Aid, and Advanced Rescues.
Assists in maintaining the cleanliness and proper function of the pool.
Provides patrons with information and assistance; communicates in a timely manner regarding inquiries and complaints.
Conducts swim lessons.
Maintain the health and safety of all users of the facilities and all employees.
May assist in the delivery of aquatic programs and special events.
Completes incident paperwork as required.
Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.
NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of pool safety guidelines.
Knowledge of water rescue techniques, methods and first aid as applies to accidents in the water and pool area, including CPR and Auto External Defibrillator and oxygen administration.
Knowledge of pool maintenance and safe operation standards.
Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
Skill in swimming, water rescues, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and first aid.
Skill in the use of pool equipment, chemicals and tools.
Ability to be proactive in regards to safety precautions, to recognize emergencies, and to take appropriate action.
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
Ability to make recommendations and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving new problems.
Ability to handle distressed swimmers and patrons in a professional manner.
Ability to ascertain priorities and meet deadlines and objectives.
Ability to serve as a role model, demonstrating dependability, enthusiasm and creativity.
Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
Ability to think clearly in emergency situations when necessary.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with campers, parents, other employees and the general public.
Ability to recognize obvious safety hazards.
Ability to communicate verbally and/or in writing.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee s frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; talk or hear; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 100 pounds with or without assistance of another person or utilization of lifting equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of hose an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment usually ranges from moderate to loud.
This is a seasonal position. The hours may vary and include weekdays, weeknights, weekends, and/or holidays.
