Lifeguard; PT

General Description

The Lifeguard performs technically skilled duties of lifeguarding and provides instructional classes at the Bicentennial Park Pool located in Crystal River, Florida. The schedule for this part-time position varies.

• Maintains constant vigil over patrons and effectively rescues persons in danger. Performs routine lifeguard duties as needed.
• Enforces all policies and procedures set forth by the Division of Parks and Recreation.
• Assists with inventories/supplies for the pool, completes surveys and tracks visitors at buildings.
• Opens, closes, and secures assigned facility as directed.
• Performs weekly inspections of the pool.
• Assists with managing pool chemicals.
• Assists with and promotes pool schedules, classes, and special events.
• Instructs classes for members of the community related to water safety and water aerobics.
• Sets up and tears down pool equipment for activities and/or events.
• Monitors weather and swimming conditions and ensures facility cleanliness standards are met.
• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Performs related duties as required.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to successfully complete the required swim test:
• Prerequisite 1:
  Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
• Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed. Must demonstrate rhythmic breathing.)
• Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.
• Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.
• Prerequisite 2:
  Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
• Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.)
• Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 - 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
• Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out or near the surface.
• Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Successful completion of Level II Background screening is required. This screening is through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
• Must have and maintain the following American Red Cross certifications:
• Lifeguard, First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for the Professional Rescuer.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the following certifications within 90 days of employment:
• Water Safety Instructor, Aqua Fitness Instructor
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification, preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
• IS-100.c:
  Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and
• IS-700.b:
  An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

• Ability to work after normal business hours (may include nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Excellent customer service skills, communication skills and strong attention to detail required.
• Ability to remain calm and clear-headed in high-pressure emergency situations to ensure effective decision-making and swift, appropriate response.
• Must have ability to maintain accurate records.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).

• Requires a combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, balancing, and occasional jumping, throwing, twisting, and reaching above shoulders.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, typing, operating foot controls/levers, and driving automotive equipment.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, fumes and gases, electrical hazards, and extreme noise.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work…