Lifeguard

Description

Please make sure that you complete the City of Lake Wales Application athttps://www.lakewalesfl.gov/762/Job-Openingsin order to be considered.

*** Part time or Full Time position - this will be clarified at interview.***

GENERAL PURPOSE

 

Performs routine public contact and safety work in teaching swimming lessons and serving as a pool lifeguard. Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

 

Works under the general supervision of the Parks and Recreation Administrator.

 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

 

None.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area, standing at water’s edge or in an elevated chair with clear visibility of entire pool area.

 

Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.

 

Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area

 

Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed; report to Supervisor in writing any problems.

Checks the pool and deck for hazardous conditions when arriving.

Inspect locker rooms before and after shift.

Arrange for qualified substitute if needed and notify supervisor.

Attends all staff meetings and training as required.

Maintains positive relations with members, participants and other staff.

Teaches a swimming lessons according to a prescribed routine and curriculum.

 

Tests program participants for swimming skill levels; passes participants for participation in more advanced classes.

 

Assists in implementing various aquatics competitions throughout the year.

 

Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering phone, running errands, picking up supplies needed for activities, conducting classes, selling tickets, collecting fees, helping set up for classes, events, etc.

 

Responds to public inquiries about aquatics programs made by telephone, correspondence, or during public meetings.

 

Maintains related records and statistics for various aquatics programs.

 

Assists in the maintenance of the swimming pool. Monitors and maintains pool filtration system.

 

Monitors pool water chemistry through testing of water samples. Adjusts chemistry as needed to maintain standards.

 

Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

 

Officiates at swimming meets.

 

Serves as a member of various employee committees, as assigned.

Qualifications

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

(A) Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent.

(B) Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

(A) Working knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in a comprehensive aquatics program;

(B) Skilled in the operation of listed tools and equipment; Skill in First Aid and CPR.

(C) Ability to effectively teach swimming lesson; Ability to effectively enforce safety and health regulations relating to an aquatics program; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, participants, instructors, and the general public; Ability to communicate effectively orally; Ability to give and understand oral instructions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

First Aid, AED and CPR certification.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Various hand tools used in the maintenance of swimming pool equipment; pool testing equipment; phone.

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 frequently required to swim, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move over 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those 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 occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field.

Salary : $15 - $20