Summer Lifeguard I - Sunwest Park ID- 12495

Salary: $15.00 Hourly
Location : Hudson, FL
Job Type: Summer
Job Number: 12787-0125
Department: Parks, Recreation, & Natrl Resources
Division: Parks & Recreation Active Parks
Opening Date: 01/31/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Range: Hourly rate: $15.00
Pay Grade: T01
Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.


General Description


JOIN OUR TEAM AS A SUMMER LIFEGUARD I!

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. 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.


Minimum Requirements


PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 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 effectively using 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: Candidates 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.
PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORK PLACES FOR 2021
Temporary Position - benefits not available. Not eligible for Veterans' Preference in accordance with FS 295.07.
01

I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.

  • Acknowledge
  • Decline


02

Are you an adult or a minor?


03

If applicant is under 18 years, what is the first and last name of Parent or Legal Guardian and what is the relationship to minor child.
04

I agree to the following Affidavit of Skills, Abilities, Knowledge and Competency to be Completed by Adult Applicant or Parent/Guardian of Minor Applicant: I the above applicant/participant or parent/guardian of above minor applicant/participant affirm that I or my minor child/ward have the skills, abilities and knowledge necessary to safely and competently perform the responsibilities and duties of the volunteer position or internship that I or my minor child/ward is applying to.

  • Acknowledged


05

Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?

  • GED
  • High School
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate
  • None of the above


06

Are you certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First-Aid and can you pass a lifesaving test?

  • No
  • Yes


07

Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran?(Supporting documentation needed at time of application or next business day)

  • Yes
  • No


08

I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.

  • Acknowledged
  • Declined


09

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.

  • Yes
  • No


10

Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)
11

How did you hear about this position?

  • Billboard
  • Facebook
  • Friend/Family Referral
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • LinkedIn
  • Magazine publication
  • Pasco County employee
  • Pasco County Traffic Sign
  • Utility bill insert
  • Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com
  • Other


12

If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee.

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