Lifeguard I (Relief)

Lifeguard I (Relief)

Salary

$15.00 Hourly

Location

Land O Lakes, FL

Job Type

Relief

Job Number

14196-0826

Department

Parks, Recreation, & Natrl Resources

Division

PRNR - Rec

Opening Date

08/14/2026

Closing Date

9/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary Range

$15.00

Pay Grade

T01 (Relief position)

Salary Disclosure

Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

General Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A SUMMER LIFEGUARD I

Responsible recreation work concerned with the supervision of swimmers and prevention of accidents at a County pool or beach. This is a relief position.

Essential Job Functions

Maintains the safety of all swimmers, takes appropriate lifesaving action, and administers First-Aid. Duties also include assisting with swimming lessons and water safety as well as daily maintenance associated with a public swimming facility. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to maintain the safety of all swimmers; take appropriate lifesaving action and administer first-aid.
• Candidates must be in good physical condition and have mature judgment.

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Ability to swim, climb, bend, stoop, walk, and squat frequently. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalency preferred.

A comparable amount of directly related experience MAY be substituted at the Countys discretion for the minimum educational requirements if candidates are not available that fully meet the minimum requirements of the position as posted.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Candidates must possess valid American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR for the professional Rescuer, and First-Aid certifications. Candidates must pass a lifesaving test.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATIONS TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021

Relief Position - Benefits not available. Not eligible for Veterans Preference in accordance with FS 295.07.

01

I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.

• Acknowledge
• Decline

02

I acknowledge and understand that this is a Relief position. There is no guaranteed number or particular schedule offered and I will not receive any County benefits. I acknowledge and understand that I am paid only for the actual hours worked.

• Acknowledged

03

Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?

• Yes
• No

04

Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?

• GED
• High School
• Associate degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

05

Which best describes the years of experience you have as required for this position?

• Ten or more years of experience
• Nine years but less than ten
• Eight years but less than nine
• Seven years but less than eight
• Six years but less than seven
• Five years but less than six
• Four years but less than five
• Three years but less than four
• Two years but less than three
• One year but less than two
• Less than one year of experience

06

Do you possess valid American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR for the professional Rescuer, and First-Aid certifications?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).

• Yes
• No

08

I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.

• Acknowledged
• Declined

09

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.

• Yes
• No

10

Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

11

Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)

12

How did you hear about this position?

• Billboard
• Facebook
• Friend/Family Referral
• Indeed
• Instagram
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Magazine publication
• Nextdoor
• Pasco County employee
• Pasco County Facebook Page
• Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com
• Pasco County Traffic Sign
• Utility bill insert
• X/Twitter
• YouTube
• Other

13

If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. If none, write N/A.

Required Question

Employer Pasco County

Address 7536 State Street

New Port Richey, Florida, 34654

Phone (727) 847-8030

(727) 847-8103

Website http://www.pascocountyfl.net