Pools Lifeguard Senior

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Application Deadline:

September 5, 2025

Compensation Details:

Full Pay Range

16.25 - 22.75

Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a part-time hourly position.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

15

Benefit Eligibility Group:

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Job Description Summary:

Perform duties associated with lifeguarding in order to keep guests safe. Senior Lifeguards will also provide leadership to other lifeguarding staff.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                 

• Advocate the safety and wellbeing of pool guests through preventative measures including constant and vigilant surveillance. 

• Act as a first responder and jump in the water to perform rescues and keep people safe. 

• Educate, explain and enforce facility regulations, policy and procedures. 

• Demonstrate a proactive approach toward cleanliness and facility maintenance. 

• Interact positively with community members, visitors and other staff. 

• May conduct routine chemical tests of the water on an hourly basis. 

• React quickly and calmly in stressful and emergency situations. 

• In the case of an emergency, the senior lifeguard may lead, direct and control the situation.

• Responsible for proper documentation (incident/accident/rescue reports). 

• Pay meticulous attention to detail and not easily distracted. 

• Present a professional image, dependable and on time for all shifts. 

• Conduct daily pump room checks

• Attend mandatory pre-season and  monthly in-service trainings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Must be at least 15 years old as is the requirement to obtain required certifications.

• Must be able to swim 300 yards, retrieve a 10lb brick from the bottom in 10 feet, and tread water for two minutes with no hands.  

• All Lifeguards are required to demonstrate life-saving skills and water competency prior to employment, Lifeguards may be tested at any time during their employment. 

• Demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities.  

• Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification in Administering Emergency Oxygen

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• At least six (6) months previous experience as lifeguard.

• Current American Red Cross certifications (or equivalent) in Lifeguarding  

• Current American Red Cross certifications (or equivalent) in First Aid  

• Current American Red Cross certifications (or equivalent) in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer  

  

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received:  Water Safety Supervisor

Supervision Exercised:  None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS    

• Enjoy an outdoor environment with variable weather conditions, including sitting/standing in the hot sun for long periods of time (summer months). 

• May work early mornings, nights and weekends.

• May be asked to work holidays or special events

Additional Job Description:

Last Updated: June 2024

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