Lifeguard Special Service

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Lifeguard Special Service

Salary

$15.38 Hourly

Location

MI, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20233824713JWDBTT

Department

Recreation

Opening Date

05/06/2024

Bargaining Unit

1650-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 542 Motor City Se

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 guard’s 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.

  1. 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
Have you completed two (2) years of high school?
  • Yes
  • No
03
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
04
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

Required Question

Agency
City of Detroit
Address
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward Ave ste 316
Detroit, Michigan, 48226