Seasonal - Cecil Aquatics - Pool Lifeguard

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　　Seasonal - Cecil Aquatics - Pool Lifeguard

　　Salary

　　$15.00 - $15.50 Hourly

　　Location

　　Jacksonville, FL

　　Job Type

　　Seasonal

　　Job Number

　　2024-05773

　　Department

　　PARKS, RECREATION & COMM SVCS

　　Opening Date

　　01/08/2024

　　Closing Date

　　Continuous

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Job Description

　　Under general supervision, the lifeguard has the responsibilities of maintaining order by preventing accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons. Lifeguards are also responsible for monitoring for potential hazards or unsafe conditions, providing first aid to patrons, public relations, and all other duties as necessary or required. This position requires weekend and holiday work.

　　The hourly rate for this position is:

　　New Pool Lifeguards: $15.00

　　Returning Pool Lifeguards: $15.50

　　Program start date: 5/18/24

　　Program end date: 9/6/24

　　Examples of Work

　　Provides general assistance, information and instruction to the public regarding safety issues; receives, responds to and/or resolves questions, inquiries and complaints from the public; if warranted, refers requests and complaints to management; provides guidance, warnings and announcements for the public’s benefit and information; administers basic first aid for minor injuries.

　　Verifies that all necessary precautions are observed to insure the health, safety, and welfare of patrons.

　　Enforces the rules and regulations and adhere to the policies in controlling the behavior of patrons.

　　Documents and reports all problems and accidents to Management.

　　Cleans, services and general up keep with facilities, grounds and equipment.

　　Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

　　Applicants must be 15 years of age upon hire.

　　Applicants must successfully pass a City background screening and drug test provided by the City.

　　Must be able to swim 300 yards non-stop using only the free or breast stroke; be able to tread water without using hands for two (2) minutes; be able to retrieve a 10 pound brick from a depth of 10 feet.

　　LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

　　Candidates must obtain Lifeguard Certification, CPR and First Aid Certification. Training will be provided by the City of Jacksonville once selected. A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.coj.net. Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred.

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　　Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

　　If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference

　　If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:

　　Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

　　Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator

　　11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K

　　Largo, FL 33778-1630

　　Email: [email protected]

　　01

　　Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　This position pays $15.00 for new Lifeguards and $15.50 for returning Lifeguards. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this hourly rate?

　　Yes

　　No

　　04

　　The minimum age for hire is 15. Are you 15 years of age or older?

　　Yes

　　No

　　05

　　Are you able to work weekends and holidays?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　Are you able to pass a background screening provided by the City?

　　Yes

　　No

　　07

　　Are you able to pass a drug test provided by the City?

　　Yes

　　No

　　08

　　If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS. Please download the forms at http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference

　　Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application.

　　No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me.

　　09

　　Do you currently have one or more of these certifications? Select all that apply. If not, training will be provided by the City of Jacksonville once selected.

　　Lifeguard

　　CPR and First Aid

　　Open Water Lifesaving

　　Emergency Responder

　　None of the above.

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　　Agency

　　City of Jacksonville

　　Address

　　117 W. Duval St. Suite 100 Jacksonville, Florida, 32202

　　Website

　　http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services.aspx

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