Lifeguard Special Service

Lifeguard Special Service Print ( Apply ? Lifeguard Special Service Salary $15.38 Hourly Location Michigan, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number GSDJWDB Department Recreation Opening Date 10/07/2024 Closing Date 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit 1650-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 542 Motor City Se + Description + Benefits + Questions Description GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT RECREATION DIVISION SEEKING LIFEGUARDS Under general supervision, monitors water-related recreational activities at a municipal swimming pool or beach. Examples of Duties + Monitors swimming activities and responds to problem situations. + Administers first aid. + Enforces requirements for bathing before entering pools. + Inspects patrons for infectious skin diseases and cleanliness of body. + Monitors activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures and to maintain order. + Assists/instructs individuals learning to swim. + Arranges lifesaving equipment around pools. + Enforces beach rules and regulations. + Ensures the cleanliness of assigned areas, including, but not limited to the pool, first aid room, and guards room. + Issues bathing suits, towels, and lockers. + Cleans foot basins and refills with clean water. + Ensures that the beach is clear of debris. + Additional responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Qualifications (required): + High School graduation or GED. Qualifications (preferred): One (1) year of experience as a lifeguard. Supplemental Information Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements: + A valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate is preferred, but not required. + A valid Community Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate as issued by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association of Michigan is preferred, but not required. Certification must be obtained within one (1) week of hire. + A valid Community First Aid Certificate or standard First Aid Certificate is preferred, but not required. + Candidates considered for placement in this classification must Swim 300 yards continuously using the following strokes in the following order within the standard time set by the City of Detroit Recreation Department: 200 yards front crawl, using rhythmic breathing, having a stabilizing and propellant kick. 100 yards breaststroke, using pull, breath, kick, and glide sequence. + Candidates considered for placement in this classification must be able to successfully perform the following activities: Back boarding. Treading water for two (2) minutes, using only legs. Swimming twenty (20) yards, retrieving a brick, and returning holding brick with both hands. Rescues. Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position. Physical Demands Must be physically and mentally capable of performing all of the duties of the classification. Work Environment Employees in this class are assigned to municipal swimming pools or a beach. LIFEGUARD Ages: 18 & up $15.38/HR CITY OF DETROIT PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT LIFEGUARD TRAINING LOCATIONS & TIMES Adams Butzel Recreation Center 10500 Lyndon Detroit, MI 48238 Friday 5:00p 6:30p Saturday 4:00p 5:30p Northwest Activity Center 18100 Meyers Road Detroit, MI 48235 Friday 6:00p 7:000p Heilman Recreation Center 19601 Crusade Detroit, MI 48205 Tuesdays 6:00p 7:30p Thursdays 6:00p 7:30p Patton Recreation Center 2301 Woodmere Detroit, MI 48209 Thursday 6:00p 7:00p Saturday 3:00p 4:30p PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR RESUME & ALL RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION TO YOUR APPLICATION. Evaluation Plan + Swim Demo Pass/Fail + Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 100% + Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Additional points may be awarded for: + Veteran Points: 0 15 points + Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point LRD: 03/05/2024 Please refer to the collective bargaining agreement for benefit information. 01 Are you a previous Summer Seasonal employee for General Services Department - Recreation Division? + Yes + No 02 I am aware candidates considered for placement in this classification must: Swim 300 yards continuously using the following strokes in the following order within the standard time set by the City of Detroit Recreation Department: 200 yards front crawl, using rhythmic breathing, having a stabilizing and propellant kick. 100 yards breaststroke, using pull, breath, kick, and glide sequence. + Yes + No 03 I am aware candidates considered for placement in this classification must be able to successfully perform the following activities: Back boarding. Treading water for two (2) minutes, using only legs. Swimming twenty (20) yards, retrieving a brick, and return holding brick with both hands. Rescues. + Yes + No 04 Please indicate your highest level of education completed + High School Diploma/GED + Associate's Degree + Bachelor's Degree + Master's Degree + PhD/J.D. + n/a Required Question Agency City of Detroit Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Website Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email

Created: 2024-11-02