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City of Norfolk, Virginia Lifeguard (Full-Time) in Norfolk, Virginia
Lifeguard (Full-Time)
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Lifeguard (Full-Time)
Salary
$39,312.00 - $64,079.00 Annually
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
09192
Department
Parks & Recreation
Opening Date
05/01/2024
Closing Date
5/31/2024 12:00 AM Eastern
Description
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Description
The City of Norfolk's Department of Recreation is seeking knowledgeable full-time Lifeguards to ensure a safe swimming environment for aquatic facility patrons at assigned swimming pools and open water facilities. Other duties may include instructing swimming lessons and water fitness classes; assisting with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of aquatic programs; planning daily activities of the pool and general swimming pool operations.
Norfolk's Department of Recreation, Parks and Open Space is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents.
Department Starting Hourly Rate: $20.00
Essential Functions
Essential functions include but are not limited to:
Ensures the safety of swimmers and facility patrons by using American Red Cross Lifeguarding standards.
Promotes facility safety and enforces safety rules.
Ensures the safe use of the facility, beach or waterfront as well as site specific equipment.
Utilizes preventative Lifeguarding skills and performs water rescues according to training standard.
Administers first aid, CPR, defibrillation and oxygen according to division standard of care.
Teaches swimming lessons, water fitness classes and other related programs if applicable.
Assists in managing facility operations including testing of pool chemistry, cleaning duties, maintenance, and required to perform shift leader duties when directed.
Performs pool reception duties, program promotions and registration as required.
Follows management directives and complies with standards of operation as required by management.
Education/Experience
Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, understand simple processes, operation of emergency equipment and perform routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency.
No experience required.
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification (required).
Current American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid Certifications or equivalent (required).
Valid driver's license (required).
All City of Norfolk Lifeguard candidates must successfully complete both a written knowledge exam and water skills screening.
The preferred candidate will possess:
One (1) year of experience as a certified lifeguard.
Experience with teaching swimming lessons.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification.
Additional Information & Requirements
Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus.
Must be at least 16 years old to work pools and at least 17 years old to work beaches.
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (required).
Current American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certifications or equivalent (required).
Valid driver's license required.
Full-Time Lifeguards must be available to 40 hours per week on weekdays and weekends depending on operational and program needs.
Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information provided within this application. Your responses to the supplemental questions will be reviewed and verified with the information you provide in the body of your application.
To check the status of your application, refer to your GovernmentJobs.com account for the latest update.
Applications must include complete work history, including periods of unemployment if applicable. Writing "See resume" with no other information is considered an incomplete application and will not be considered.
Work Location: Various City of Norfolk pool facilities, beaches and waterfronts; depends on staffing and operational needs.
Work Hours: 40 hours per week. Five days per week, both weekdays and weekend shifts required.
Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.
Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
Retirement
If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.
NOTE:
The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.
Non-City
Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.
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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.
I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
02
If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's name, department, and job title. If not, please indicate by typing "N/A."
03
Please indicate your highest level of education completed.
Less than high school
High School Diploma/GED
Some College, trainings, certifications
Associates degree or higher
04
Please list any certification(s) you possess that relate to this Lifeguard position. If you do not have any certifications, type N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have as a lifeguard?
I have no experience
I have 3 - 6 months experience
I have 6 months - 1 year experience
I have 1 year or more experience
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Do you possess a current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification?
Yes
No
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Do you possess a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification?
Yes
No
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Do you possess a CPR/AED/First Aid certificate?
Yes
No
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
Yes
No
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Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee?
Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee
Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee
No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee
11
Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 90 days or longer.
12
A conviction (felony or misdemeanor) does not necessarily eliminate you from employment consideration. A criminal background check is conducted on all new hires. Failure to disclose all criminal convictions may result in disqualification from employment consideration or may result in dismissal from City of Norfolk employment if you have been hired. The nature of the offense; the time that has passed since the offense, conduct and/or completion of the sentence; and the nature of the job sought may be taken into consideration. Have you ever been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor?
I have been convicted of a felony
I have been convicted of a misdemeanor
I have been convicted of a felony and a misdemeanor
I have not been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor
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If you answered, that you have been convicted of a felony and/or a misdemeanor, please provide an explanation including the city, state and date of the conviction. This excludes minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets.
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Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required)
I am not a Veteran
I am a Veteran
I am a Disabled Veteran
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