Seasonal- Pool Services Technician
City of Jacksonville
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Seasonal- Pool Lifeguard
City of Jacksonville
PARKS, RECREATION & COMM SVCS
Location
Jacksonville, Florida, 32202
Salary
Not specified
Type
Closes
Not specified
Job Description
Summary
This posting covers seasonal roles in aquatics for the City of Jacksonville's parks department, including lifeguards who watch over swimmers, enforce rules, and handle emergencies at public pools; pool managers and assistants who supervise staff and ensure safe operations; and district coordinators who oversee multiple sites and report on activities.
It's ideal for energetic individuals passionate about water safety, teamwork, and community recreation, especially teens and young adults available for weekends, holidays, and summer shifts.
No prior experience is needed for lifeguards if you pass the swim test and get certified, but supervisory roles suit those 18+ with leadership skills.
Key Requirements
- For Lifeguard: Minimum age 15; must pass swim test (300 yards non-stop, 2 minutes treading water without hands, retrieve 10-lb brick from 10 ft depth)
- ARC (American Red Cross) lifeguard certification required
- Pass background check and drug screen
- Available for weekend and holiday work; attend non-paid training on March 7-8
- For Pool Manager/Assistant: Minimum age 18; knowledge of pool operations, safety practices, and supervisory skills
- For District Coordinator: Minimum age 18; ability to oversee 10-12 sites, collect paperwork, and submit weekly reports; work 40 hours/week for 10 weeks plus pre/post-season shifts
Full Job Description
SEASONAL- AQUATICS POOL LIFEGUARD
Training Dates March 7th and 8th (non-paid).
Under general supervision, the lifeguard has the responsibilities of maintaining order by preventing accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons.
Lifeguards are also responsible for monitoring for potential hazards or unsafe conditions, providing first aid to patrons, public relations, and all other duties as necessary or required.
This position requires weekend and holiday work.
Must be able to swim 300 yards non-stop using only the free or breaststroke; be able to tread water without using hands for two (2) minutes; be able to retrieve a 10-pound brick from a depth of 10 feet.
Background, drug screen, and ARC certification is required. Minimum age requirement 15 years old.
The hourly rate for this position is:
- New Pool Lifeguards: $15.00
- Returning Pool Lifeguards: $15.50
SEASONAL- AQUATICS - POOL MANAGER AND ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER
This is technical work at the working supervisor level in overseeing the daily operations of aquatic programs, ensuring safety of staff and patrons, and maintenance of facility swimming pools.
The work requires the ability to supervise pool staff, knowledge of techniques, methods, procedures, and safety practices used to operate public swimming pools.
Assigns, monitors, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinates. Applicants must be 18 years+.
The hourly rate for these positions are:
- Pool Manager: $17.00
- Assistant Pool Manager: $16.50
SEASONAL- AQUATICS - DISTRICT COORDINATOR
Assist supervisor in checking on the daily operations for their allotted sites (approximately 10-12 per District Coordinator).
As well as assist supervisor in collecting all paperwork, submit a weekly report of all issues and resolutions handled during the week.
Each position will work 40 hours per week for 10 weeks (season) and 12 hours per week for 6 weeks (Pre-season and Post Season). Applicants must be 18 years+.
The hourly rate for this position is: $17.00
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