Lifeguard Coordinator - Quiet Waters Park

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Job description

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the Lifeguard Coordinator position at Quiet Waters Park.

General Description

Ensures patron safety, guest relations, and supervises lifeguards.

Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires one (1) year experience as a certified lifeguard and in the implementation of aquatics activities, including six (6) months lead work experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Certification in life saving techniques, water safety instruction, standard first aid and CPR (for adult, child and infant) by a nationally recognized organization approved by Broward County (i.e. Red Cross, YMCA).

Must obtain a Jeff Ellis & Associates license within 30 days of hire.

Preferences

Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preference will be given to candidates that possess prior aquatics maintenance experience (i.e., painting, resurfacing, pool repairs, plumbing).

Additional Information

All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check which includes post-offer physical examination and drug testing. Ability to maintain authorization to operate a county vehicle/equipment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Facilitates lifeguard daily activities, patrols pool deck during hours of operation providing guest services and assist lifeguards as needed.

Performs emergency water rescue techniques to assist persons in distress; performs CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and administers standard first aid when necessary.

Ensures general safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures are adhered to as it pertains to aquatic facilities.

Assists with planning of aquatics programs and equipment setup for special events.

In the absence of Parks Supervisor (Aquatics), supervises Student Lead Lifeguards and Student Lifeguards.

Assists with creating and monitoring daily lifeguard rotation schedules.

Responsible for handling employee and/or guest related issues that are escalated from Student Lead Lifeguards and Student Lifeguards and completing related reports.

Oversees designated first aid area, assisting injured patrons while administering standard first aid as needed.

Assists Parks Supervisor (Aquatics) with the interview and selection process as needed.

Assigns opening and end of day tasks to Student Lead Lifeguards and Student Lifeguards.

Ensures general upkeep, cleanliness, and appearance of aquatics amenities including water park, pool areas, pump and filtrations systems, restrooms, showers, and concession areas.

Performs opening and closing duties ensuring pools, slides, and water features are safe for operation.

Oversees proper chemical levels of swimming pools.

Assists with ensuring all staff are properly trained and licensed to be able to provide life-saving techniques when required; Teach Lifeguard certification classes as needed.

Maintains operational reports related to safety, equipment, and lifeguard training.

Assists with obtaining quotes for the purchase of pool chemicals and other pool maintenance supplies.

Oversees volunteer program.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to pool chemicals.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The ADA requires Broward County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Professional Standards/Human Rights Section.

Emergency Management Responsibilities

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.