Camp Wewa Lifeguard

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Provides supervision for assigned aquatic facility. Assists in the physical operation of the pool, such as ensuring chemical levels are appropriate and pool deck is safe and free of obstructions. Monitors and Supervises Aquatic Facilities, providing for a safe environment. Work is carried out under the general direction of the Camp Manager. Work is reviewed through observation and consultation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Supervise and guard aquatic facilities, as assigned.
• Lead swim instruction in accordance with guidelines.
• Assist with aquatic facility maintenance.
• Enforces facility safety rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must be able to communicate with the public and staff in a professional manner.
• Must be able to clearly communicate in writing and orally, perform accurate work and make sound decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work in outdoor environment with exposure to extreme weather, wooded area, insects, wildlife.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Ability to travel on rough terrain, through wooded areas, and on trails.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current and valid Lifeguard and CPR/First Aid Certification required.

EQUIPMENT USED

Water safety and lifeguard equipment/tools, life vests, canoes/kayaks, pool pumps and water chemical test kits, communication equipment, computers, adding machine, typewriter, copy machine, multi-line phone system, fax machine, hand tools, variety of sports equipment, and various motor vehicles.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work requires constant public contact, use of the telephone, reading, writing, typing, very frequent walking, sitting, standing, swimming, and occasional lifting of 40 lbs., bending, stooping, running, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling, climbing, and reaching overhead. Works frequently in extreme weather.

JOB LOCATION

Primarily located at Camp Wewa, 221 S. Binion Road, Apopka, FL 32703. May work at any City owned buildings, parks, grounds and recreation facilities. All off-site locations and facilities utilized as part of the City's participation or involvement in an event, activity or job assignment.

DISCLAIMER:

The City of Apopka reserves the right to fill positions prior to the closing date and also reserves the right to close the posting prior to the date indicated. Positions will be filled by competitive selection from among categories of qualified and available candidates. It is the policy of the City of Apopka to give first consideration to all employees and other internal applicants prior to considering external (outside) applicants. Applicants should expect a starting salary at the minimum of the pay grade range; applicants with exceptional qualifications and/or experience may be eligible for a rate of pay which is higher than the range minimum upon approval by Administration. Your social security number is requested for the purpose of payroll eligibility verification, processing employment benefits, applicant and employee background checks, and income reporting and will be used solely for those purposes. The City of Apopka participates in E-Verify. Employers are required by federal law to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. We utilize the E-Verify system to process our new hires. We provide information to the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with Information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.