Part Time Lifeguard

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City of Sarasota

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Temporary Part-Time

$12.00 Hourly

Overview: </dt> <dd><p>To provide a safe environment at the City's recreational pools, and serves in a safety as well as community oriented capacity. The position is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. Selected candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. </p></dd> <dt><br/><br/>
Responsibilities: </dt> <dd><p>• Observes and supervises the activities in the swimming areas.<br>• Maintains log of daily procedures; oversees maintenance of equipment and inventory of supplies for first aid<br>• Maintains order in the swimming areas.<br>• Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.<br>• Enforces and adheres to pool rules and regulations.<br>• Follows emergency action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency.<br>• Assists in aquatic programs such as learn to swim classes, water safety classes and special events.<br>• Inspects assigned areas to insure proper warning signs and safety devices are properly posted or in place.<br>• Completes incident reports and daily operational reports.<br>• Other duties as assigned.</p></dd> <dt>
Requirements: <p><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong>&nbsp;<br /><br />&bull; High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience as a lifeguard<br />&bull; Lifeguard certified<br />&bull; First Aid/CPR Certified<br />&bull; Ability to re-qualify for certification each year<br />&bull; Possession of and ability to maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license</p> <strong>Job Based Competencies</strong> <p>&bull; Working knowledge and understanding of pool chemistry and filtration systems.<br />&bull; Knowledge of appropriate ways of dealing with individuals in emergency situations.<br />&bull; Ability to be proactive and recognize emergencies or unsafe conditions and take effective actions prior to incidents occurring.<br />&bull; Ability to respond to the public in a calm, effective manner including exercising tact, firmness and good judgment in enforcing rules and regulations.<br />&bull; Ability to maintain courteous and effective relationships with co-workers and the public.<br />&bull; Ability to perform rigorous physical activity and to work for long periods of time under adverse weather conditions.<br />&bull; Skill in using rescue, first aid and lifesaving techniques and equipment.<br />&bull; Skill in swimming and rescuing endangered persons.<br />&bull; Ability to work independently and in a team environment.<br />&bull; Ability to make accurate observations.<br />&bull; Ability to community effectively verbally and in writing and to prepare concise written reports.</p> <div id="details-questions" class="job-details-questions tab-pane">&nbsp;</div>