Senior Pool Lifeguard (Part-Time, Year Round)

City of Hollywood, Florida • 3000 N 69th Ave, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Pool Lifeguard is a skilled position involving lifeguarding and swim instruction at a municipal pool. The employee supervises and instructs swimming and recreational activities, and helps ensure the pool operates safely and efficiently for patrons. The position also assists with supervising subordinate staff and pool patrons and maintains the pool deck, restrooms, changing rooms, and other facility areas.

The City of Hollywood describes its work environment as energetic, innovative, and collaborative. The position is part-time and year-round. The posting highlights citywide benefits and work-life offerings, including low-cost insurance plans, a four-day work week, a wellness program, paid leave, and potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness for qualifying employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two seasons of paid lifeguard work experience, including one season as a Swim Lesson or Water Safety Instructor.
• Current American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, and AED upon hire.
• Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification upon hire.
• Pass a Florida Department of Law Enforcement Level 2 background screening.
• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Acceptable background record and driving record.
• Knowledge of pool rescue methods and first aid practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of state, local, and city departmental laws, rules, and regulations governing municipal pool operations and use.
• Knowledge of City of Hollywood Recreation and Parks Department rules, procedures, and requirements.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and content of aquatic events, pool activities, swim meets, and related programs.
• Ability to promote interest and support for aquatic programs.
• Ability to instruct individuals and groups of different ages and ability levels in swimming techniques.
• Ability to work with special and adaptive swim instruction programs.
• Excellent public relations, interpersonal, and customer service skills; above-average verbal and written communication skills; and good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to supervise subordinate staff and establish and maintain professional relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Four seasons of paid work experience as a Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor.
• Experience administering water safety instruction, safety training, and rescue programs.
• Supervisory experience or training in enforcing rules and regulations for public aquatic facilities.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard patrons and regulate conduct to prevent unsafe practices and accidents.
• Teach proper swimming techniques to patrons of all levels and plan individualized instruction to develop their swimming abilities.
• Administer first aid and CPR as needed.
• Assist with planning and implementing aquatic programs, swim meets, pool games, and other activities.
• Maintain the pool deck, dressing rooms, restrooms, office, and other facility areas.
• Maintain physical conditioning through training and rescue procedure drills, including running, swimming, paddling, and other necessary exercises.
• Warn patrons against dangerous practices, keep non-swimmers and weak swimmers out of deep water, and remain alert to patrons in and around the pool.
• Assist with supervising subordinate staff and pool patrons.
• Represent the City effectively and positively when working with colleagues and clients, and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, supervisors, managers, and the public.
• Work with special and adaptive swim instruction programs.

Benefits

• Low-cost health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending plans.
• Four-day work week.
• Award-winning wellness program.
• Paid time off, including 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, personal leave, and sick leave.
• Potential eligibility for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program for employees with 10 years of public service and on-time payments.
• Pension plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED