Senior Pool Lifeguard (Part-Time, Year Round)

Posting number: 2026-181

Department: PRCA Aquatic Programs

Job classification: Senior Pool Lifeguard

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Services, Recreation, Parks and Recreation, Parks, Sports & Physical Education, Sports

Summary

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Come to a City that Builds Careers! As one of the largest cities in Broward County, the City of Hollywood provides an energetic, innovative and collaborative work environment for its employees. Want Top Notch Insurance? We offer low cost health insurance giving you the best value - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans. Need Work Life Balance? We have got you covered with a 4-Day Work Week and an Award Winning Wellness Program. And We Don’t Stop There. The City of Hollywood provides a generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave. Repaying Student Loans? Employees at the City with 10 years of public service and on-time payments qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Let’s Partner Together and Come Grow with the City of Hollywood. Apply Now!
 
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JOB SUMMARY:
This is a skilled position with more than average difficulty in lifeguarding and swim instruction at a municipal pool. An employee in this class is responsible for the supervision and instruction of swimming and a variety of recreational activities at a municipal pool. This includes efficient and safe operation of a municipal swimming pool for the convenience, enjoyment and safety of patrons. A Senior Lifeguard assists with the supervision of subordinate staff and pool patrons and is responsible for maintaining the pool deck, restrooms, changing rooms and surrounding areas.      

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safeguards and regulates the conduct of patrons to prevent unsafe practices and accidents; instructs proper swimming techniques to patrons of all levels; administers first aid and C.P.R. as needed.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of aquatic programs, swim meets, pool games, etc. 
• Maintains pool deck, dressing rooms, restrooms, office and other physical areas of the facility.
• Maintains physical condition by training, including rescue procedure drills, running, swimming, paddling and other necessary conditioning and rescue exercises. 
• Warns patrons against dangerous practices; keeps non-swimmers and weak swimmers out of deep water; stays alert of patrons in and around the pool.
• Must effectively and positively represent the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation.
• Must establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.

Examples of duties

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

Required: 

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. 
• Two (2) seasons of paid work experience as a Lifeguard with one (1) season as a Swim Lesson or Water Safety Instructor. 

Preferred:

• Four (4) seasons of paid work experience as a Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor.
• Administered water safety instruction, safety training and rescue programs.
• Supervisory experience or training in the enforcement of rules and regulations for public aquatic facilities. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 

• Must possess current certification from American Red Cross in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR and AED upon hire. 
• Must possess current certification from American Red Cross as a Water Safety Instructor upon hire.
• Complete and pass a FDLE Level 2 Background Screening as required by the State of Florida. 
• Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automo