As a part-time summer lifeguard/water safety instructor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and other visitors at our swimming pools during the summer season. This is a part-time position suitable for individuals seeking employment through our summer hours.

• Job Title: Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor (Part-Time Limited Duration - Summer Only)
• Category: Part-Time
• Application Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary / Pay Rate

• $14.55 per hour minimum for Lifeguards. Water Safety Instructors with proper Certifications will receive an additional 5% incentive.

Essential Job Functions

Responsible for the safety of swimmers and enforcement of established standards of conduct at City operated swimming pools. Enforce safety and discipline in order to prevent accidents; caution swimmers in unauthorized swimming areas, rescue swimmers in danger of drowning, administer first aid, including CPR, as necessary. Collect fees and accurately prepare a daily cash summary of funds collected. Inspect swim facilities for cleanliness, clean, and refill pools as needed. Perform light custodial duties such as cleaning toilets, urinals, sinks, mirrors, mopping floors, and emptying trash receptacles. Water Safety Instructors will also be responsible for the instruction of swimming techniques. Previous water safety instruction experience is preferred for Water Safety Instructors. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of essential job functions; the performance of other essential functions may be required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to control swimmers, enforce safety and take disciplinary action for swimming infractions. Ability to work in hot, humid weather and perform all requirements of the position without serious physical impairment.

Minimum Education & Experience

Possession of a valid Lifeguard Training Certificate from the American Red Cross. American Red Cross certification in Water Safety Instruction is also required for Water Safety Instructors. An equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be directly related to the foregoing specific requirement may be substituted.

Special Requirements

Must be able to pass a swimming test consisting of: 500 yard continuous freestyle swim in less than 10 minutes; 50 yard sidestroke supporting a 10 lb. diving brick in less than one minute, 10 seconds; two minutes treading water supporting a 10 lb. diving brick. All applicants must come prepared to swim for their interview and must bring in all current American Red Cross certification cards. Absence of non-prescribed controlled substances in the applicant’s system as verified by a laboratory approved by the City of Winter Haven. WSI applicants must be currently certified in Standard First Aid and CPR. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE INCLUDING EVENINGS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS.

Physical / Environmental Factors

Must have the physical ability, strength and flexibility to perform the job functions in the work environment. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Our Mission: Enriching lifestyle through exceptional service.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.55 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person