SALARY: $ 9.00 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS: Must meet minimum age requirement of 16 years of age. Job requires current certification in: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, including, American Red Cross Standard First Aide, and CPR. Certification is preferred; however if individual does not possess current certification, he/she must be able to obtain certification within 45 days of employment through County sponsored training. Must demonstrate excellent physical conditions, mobile, agile, vision and hearing. Must be able to pass a swimming test related to the facility and the responsibilities. Must have good judgment and knowledge of and willingness to enforce all rules and regulations of the pool. Must be knowledgeable and capable of properly using cash register, safety whistle, and information for teaching programs. Must be alert, active, responsible and mature individual. Must be a strong swimmer with keen sense of anticipation. Ability to communicate effectively, both in English and Spanish. Must be able to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with other employees. Must be able to meet the public in a courteous manner, using tact and diplomacy.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Under general supervision and procedural control from the Park Superintendent. Reports to the Community Park Superintendent. Ensures the safety of the guests who visit the pools. Ensures proper maintenance of the pool operation. Employee is primarily responsible to prevent accidents in the water, and the immediate pool deck, by enforcement of pertinent rules and regulations. The second most important responsibility of the lifeguard is lifesaving rescue and emergency care of accident victims. This is nonsupervisory position and is seasonal. Location for this position is at Santa Rosa, Santa Maria, and El Ranchito (a/k/a Francisca Esparza Domanski Community Park). Rotating work schedule and location may be required when needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. This is not a Civil Service covered position.

HOW TO APPLY: Cameron County
Human Resources/Civil Service/Safety Risk Dept.
1100 E. Monroe St. Suite 118
Brownsville, TX 78520

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