Pool Lifeguard (Full Time)

Description

Under general supervision, performs supervisory and instructional work at Town's public swimming pools. Is responsible for safety of pool patrons and swimming lessons. Reports to Facility Manager, Head Pool Lifeguard or designee.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

Required

• Graduation from an accredited High School or GED;
• Possession of current license/certification from the American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certification.
  
  

Copies of current certifications MUST be provided with your application by close of posting.

Essential Functions

• Must be able to possess American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification and (AFO) Aquatic Facility Operator within six (6) months of employment.

• Vision Requirement:
• Must see 20/30 either uncorrected or with soft contacts.
• Applicants cannot wear glasses for vision correction.
  

Supplemental Information

• All fields must be completed. Putting “see resume” on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination.
• For assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
• The policy of the Town of Davie is to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees and applicants for employment. The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
  
  

PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Application Assistance/Information

• Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts: Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/foreign-trained-grads/approved-credential-evaluation-agencie.stml
• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Driving history: to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.gov
• Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify: Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
  
  

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
• Veterans' Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and Veterans' Preference form.
• Essential Employees: Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.
  
  

The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, Click Here

01

Are you a High School graduate from an accredited High School or possess a GED?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you possess a current license/certification from the American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard with CPR/AED and First Aid certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Did you upload your current license/certification from the American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard with CPR/AED and First Aid certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Do you possess a current license/certification from the American Red Cross for Water Safety Instructor?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

If you do not possess a valid American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification, would you be able to obtain within six (6) months of employment? If you possess a valid certification, type N/A.

06

Do you possess the (AFO) Aquatic Facility Operator Certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

If you do not possess the (AFO) Aquatic Facility Operator Certification, are you able to obtain it within six (6) months of employment?

08

Are you aware that you must meet the Lifeguard Vision guidelines, "Must see 20/30 either uncorrected or with soft contacts," and "Applicants cannot wear glasses for vision correction."

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Are you aware the selection process will include successfully meeting the minimum requirements of each of the following: an oral assessment, background investigation and a medical examination which includes a drug screening test and physical examination?

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Have you used any tobacco products within the past six (6) months including nicotine and E-Cigarettes?

• Yes
• No
  
  

11

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, on what date did you last use any tobacco products?

• Required Question