Lifeguard
Company: Government jobs
Location: Winter Park
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Description
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Lifeguard performs routine and on-demand lifeguard duties for
the City's Parks and Recreation Department. This position
accomplishes a variety of specialized tasks such as maintaining
water quality, cleanliness, and safety at City pools and ensuring
that patrons using the pool are following safety rules and
regulations. Work is performed under close supervision - the
incumbent is assigned duties according to specified procedures and
receives detailed instructions; work is checked frequently, through
observation, review of results achieved, and accuracy of work
assigned.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
NOTE: The omission of an essential function does not preclude
management from assigning duties not listed herein if such
functions are a logical assignment to the position or to reasonably
accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Clean pool and pool ground areas as required.
Regulate water activities.
Perform rescues of swimmers in trouble, supply CPR and emergency
first aid until assistance arrives.
Provide support for programs and events.
Provide swimming instruction and lead aquatic programs.
Operate automated program and facility registration software;
register customers for programs and rentals, collect fees, run
reports, and maintain user records and verify data input.
Assist with operation and oversight of concessions area.
Perform other work as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
General knowledge of accepted life saving techniques.
General knowledge of occupational hazards, safety rules, and
practices of the work.
General knowledge of water chemistry and pool maintenance.
Skill and proficiency in swimming.
Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
Ability to deal tactfully and firmly with the public.
Ability to work weekends and evening hours.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with
employees, supervisors, city officials, and the general public.
Ability to communicate information tactfully and impartially, both
in person and in writing with all staff, city officials, and the
general public.
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in the City of Winter Park Core
Competencies.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and
keep accurate records.
This position is performed with general knowledge- the incumbent is
generally familiar with information contained in relevant source
documents or information in a particular subject field; has ability
to use relevant sources to obtain specific or supplemental
information.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma, equivalent, or active enrollment. Water Safety
Instructor Certificate and an associate's degree or some college
are preferred.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience,
which provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities and
other competencies required for the position may be considered.
Supplemental Information
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Physical
This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force
occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20
pounds of force repetitively to move objects; work requires
climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing,
walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping.
Ability to ascend/descend stairs, scaffolds, and ladders.
Ability to traverse about a variety of environments and obstacles
throughout the city, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to position oneself to work in confined spaces.
Ability to manipulate objects, demonstrate small, precise
movements, and operate necessary pool equipment repetitively or
continuously.
Environmental
Tasks may require frequent exposure to adverse environmental
conditions including inclement weather, sun, extreme temperatures,
odors, dirt and dust, loud noises, and hazardous chemicals,
etc.
Sensory
Tasks require the manipulation of objects and demonstration of
small, precise movements, the ability to detect and distinguish
various features of one's surroundings, and the ability to
effectively communicate and exchange information with others.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement
between the City and employee and is subject to change at any time
by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job
change.
Some part-time employees are eligible for PTO.
01 The information provided in your application must support your
selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you
provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please
be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to
demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an
interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are
attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any
misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may
eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.
02 Do you have a High School diploma, GED, active enrollment in
school? Water Safety Instructor Certificate and an associate's
degree or some college are preferred. An equivalent combination of
education, training and experience, which provide the necessary
knowledge, skills and abilities and other competencies required for
the position may be considered.
03 Are you able to meet the physical requirements of the job as
described in the job description?
* Required Question
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