LIFEGUARD I

City Of Miami Lifeguard I

Enforces regulations and protects life at a City pool. Patrols and observes swimming pool area to ensure appropriate use by patrons.

Rescues patrons in distress as needed. Answers inquiries from patrons. An employee in this position must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Performs custodial and / or janitorial tasks to maintain a clean facility area. Assists in all equipment maintenance activities. May collect and account for fees received from patrons. Administers Standard First Aide and / or CPR as needed. Performs related work as required.

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at time of application. The following valid certificates and / or wallet card(s) must be possessed at time of application and maintained valid throughout employment : Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR / AED for the Professional Rescuer issued by the American Red Cross or other nationally recognized certifying agency. Must be able to pass the City of Miami's performance test, which may include swimming, running, and simulated rescue exercises. Employees in this classification will be required to work various shifts, to include nights, holidays and weekends. Candidates will be subject to a Level II background screening.

Applicants, including City of Miami employees, must upload and submit attached copies of the following documents with the employment application. Please be sure to attach all required documents to your employment application each time you apply. Uploaded documents remain in your online profile but they will not attach automatically and you will be deemed ineligible without the proper documentation. ALL DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED MUST BE CLEAR, LEGIBLE, AND IN PROPER FORMAT. THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION AND ARE ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF PROOF :

Proof of Age : issued by the United States of America Government : Copy of Birth Certificate, State Driver's License / Identification card, Naturalization Certification or valid U.S. Passport.

Proof of Valid Lifeguard Certificates : Copies of the following documents issued by the American Red Cross or other nationally recognized certifying agency must be uploaded and attached to the application prior to submission :

Lifeguard Training

First Aid

CPR / AED for the Professional Rescuer

All certifications must be valid and will be verified. Applications will be deemed ineligible unless copies of the required documents are uploaded and attached to the employment application at the time of submission. Certifications must be issued by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association or other nationally recognized certifying agency and kept current throughout employment. Applicants must be available to report to work by Spring 2025 and through the summer season. Start date will depend on assigned facility. Attendance to a mandatory orientation session prior to work assignment is required. City of Miami employee applications must reflect their current position and detail their work experience. City of Miami employees must upload and attach all required documentation to their application prior to submission. Resumes may be attached, however; information must be clearly detailed on the application, as resumes are not accepted or reviewed in lieu of the employment application. Prospective employees may be required to submit to toxicology, medical and background screening. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all required documents submitted with the employment application are in a format that is acceptable, clear and legible for eligibility determination or risk being disqualified. Applicants, including City of Miami employees, must completely detail their work experience on the employment application or risk being disqualified. Resumes are not required and will not be reviewed in place of the employment application. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with personal data, work experience, education, and certifications, when submitting application(s), failure to do so may result in disqualification. Applicants must provide a valid email address in order to receive notification of eligibility.