LIFEGUARD II

APPLICATIONS AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE
 

Enforces regulations and protects life at a City pool.  Supervises and schedules the work assignments of part-time and temporary lifeguards and/or other part-time and temporary staff as needed. May instruct and/or organize classes on water safety, life saving procedures, swimming, etc. Assists with in-service trainings for aquatics personnel. An employee in this position must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Patrols and observes pool area to ensure appropriate use by patrons.  Rescues patrons in distress as needed. Administers Standard First Aid and/or CPR as needed. Administers advanced first aid to the more severe injuries suffered by bathers. Tests pool water and adjust chemical balance as needed. Advises supervisor of needed pool or equipment repairs, and assists with scheduling of repairs. Assists with periodic inspections of rescue and emergency life support equipment. Performs custodial and/or janitorial tasks to maintain a clean facility area.  Tallies the daily collection of monies received. Reports to the Pool Supervisor or designee. Performs related work as required.
 

SPECIAL NOTE: Must have 20/40 uncorrected vision in each eye. Hearing must be within normal range to be able to hear adults and children in life and/or health and safety endangering situations.
 

Applications will be deemed ineligible unless copies of the required documents are uploaded and attached to the employment application at the time of submission. Certifications must be issued by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association or other nationally recognized certifying agency and kept current throughout employment.

Applicants must be available to report to work by March 2018 and through summer season. Attendance to a mandatory orientation session prior to work assignment is required.

City of Miami employee applications must reflect current position and detail current work experience. City of Miami employees must upload and attach all required documentation to their application prior to submission.

Resumes may be attached, however; information must be clearly detailed on the application, as resumes are not accepted or reviewed in lieu of the employment application.

Toxicology: Prospective employees may be required to submit to toxicology, medical and background screening. All costs associated with background screenings may be at the applicant's expense.