Summer Lifeguard I

General Description

Responsible recreation work concerned with the supervision of swimmers and prevention of accidents at a County pool or beach.

Essential Job Functions

Maintains the safety of all swimmers, takes appropriate lifesaving action, and administers First-Aid. Duties also include assisting with swimming lessons and water safety as well as daily maintenance associated with a public swimming facility. Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects.Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to maintain the safety of all swimmers; take appropriate lifesaving action and administer first-aid.
• Candidates must be in good physical condition and have mature judgment.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects.

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to lift and/or move up to80 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects.May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Ability to swim, climb, bend, stoop, walk, and squat frequently. Ability to communicate effectivelyusing verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalency preferred.

A comparable amount of directly related experience MAY be substituted at the County's discretion for the minimum educational requirements if candidates are not available that fully meet the minimum requirements of the position as posted.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess valid American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR for the professional Rescuer, and First-Aid certifications. Candidates must pass a lifesaving test.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

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