What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Pool/Lake Lifeguard (Parks Recreation & Open Spaces) position at Miami-Dade County?
Minimum Qualifications
One season of experience as a Pool/Lake Lifeguard or equivalent is required. Must possess certifications in adult, infant/child and two-person CPR, first aid, lifeguarding and water safety instruction provided by the Red Cross, YMCA or other nationally recognized aquatic training program. Must be 17 years of age. Must successfully complete a high-risk physical exam, including drug/alcohol screening; meet vision standard of 20/40 each eye uncorrected; and successfully complete the Miami-Dade County lifeguard skills test. Continued employment requires successful completion of skills test and physical exam, including vision standard, on demand and maintenance of all required certifications.
Recruitment Notes
This is highly skilled water safety work at County lakes or swimming pool facilities. Employees in this class are responsible for safeguarding patrons at swimming pools or lake facilities and instructing water safety classes. Duties include enforcing rules and regulations governing use of facilities, preventing injury or loss of life, and administering first aid or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation as necessary. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policies and regulations concerning public use of swimming areas and established water safety practices. Supervision is received from an administrative superior who reviews work through personal observations for effective application of lifeguarding techniques.
One season of experience as a Pool/Lake Lifeguard or equivalent is required. Must possess certifications in adult, infant/child and two-person CPR, first aid, lifeguarding and water safety instruction provided by the Red Cross, YMCA or other nationally recognized aquatic training program. Must be 17 years of age. Must successfully complete a high-risk physical exam, including drug/alcohol screening; meet vision standard of 20/40 each eye uncorrected; and successfully complete the Miami-Dade County lifeguard skills test. Continued employment requires successful completion of skills test and physical exam, including vision standard, on demand and maintenance of all required certifications.
Recruitment Notes
This is highly skilled water safety work at County lakes or swimming pool facilities. Employees in this class are responsible for safeguarding patrons at swimming pools or lake facilities and instructing water safety classes. Duties include enforcing rules and regulations governing use of facilities, preventing injury or loss of life, and administering first aid or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation as necessary. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policies and regulations concerning public use of swimming areas and established water safety practices. Supervision is received from an administrative superior who reviews work through personal observations for effective application of lifeguarding techniques.
