Lifeguard (Part-Time)

City of Miami Gardens•Miami Gardens, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a highly skilled water safety work at City swimming pool facilities. This position copes with large groups, including children, monitoring both visually and audible to insure safety, facility rules and health standards. 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. Lifeguards are responsible for assisting with routine pool maintenance and custodial duties and other tasks as assigned by supervisors. Work schedules will vary. 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 the Lead Lifeguard who reviews work through personal observations for effective application of life guarding techniques. Work may occasionally be performed under adverse weather conditions. Essential Job Functions This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Delivers superior internal and external customer service. Establishes and maintains effective internal and external customer relationships. Enforces policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct of patrons. Assist in applying appropriate disciplinary action for violations. Reports all disciplinary problems to the Lead Lifeguard. Observes patrons and identifies potentially dangerous or hazardous situations to prevent accidents. Displays sound judgment and makes on the spot quick decisions to insure safety of all users of the pool areas. Reports potential physical hazards, unsafe conditions and complaints to the facility supervisor. Rescues patrons in distress; administers First Aid or CPR as required. Prepares necessary paperwork, associated with Learn-to-Swim classes, to file with City and American Red Cross. Assists recreation staff in case of shortage of staff or in emergencies. Assists in maintaining water and deck areas; assists in cleaning restrooms, showers and locker rooms. Performs related work as required. Note: The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Requirements

Knowledge of approved life guarding and lifesaving practices and techniques.
Knowledge of First Aid and CPR.
Knowledge of the rules and regulations and physical layout of the aquatic facility of assignment.
Knowledge of public relations principles and techniques.
Ability to react promptly and correctly in emergency situations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to and skilled in swimming.
Ability to and skilled in administering First Aid and CPR.
Ability to utilize approved lifesaving techniques in the rescue of distressed patrons.
Ability to detect potentially dangerous or hazardous situations at swimming pool facilities.
High School Diploma or GED.
Must meet a vision standard of 20/20 corrected.
Successful completion of the City's lifeguard skills test will be required prior to being appointed.
Must possess certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Life guarding provided by the Red Cross.
Applicants must be able to work varying shifts, including holidays and weekends.

Nice To Haves

One (1) season of experience as a Pool Lifeguard preferred.
Lifeguard Instructor Trainer certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Delivers superior internal and external customer service.
Establishes and maintains effective internal and external customer relationships.
Enforces policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct of patrons.
Assist in applying appropriate disciplinary action for violations.
Reports all disciplinary problems to the Lead Lifeguard.
Observes patrons and identifies potentially dangerous or hazardous situations to prevent accidents.
Displays sound judgment and makes on the spot quick decisions to insure safety of all users of the pool areas.
Reports potential physical hazards, unsafe conditions and complaints to the facility supervisor.
Rescues patrons in distress; administers First Aid or CPR as required.
Prepares necessary paperwork, associated with Learn-to-Swim classes, to file with City and American Red Cross.
Assists recreation staff in case of shortage of staff or in emergencies.
Assists in maintaining water and deck areas; assists in cleaning restrooms, showers and locker rooms.
Performs related work as required.