Lifeguard (Summer Season)

Back to all Jobs Lifeguard (summer season) Department: Parks & Recreation - Swim Center Job Status: Part-Time Details: Starting at $14.50 per hour Apply Now Job Summary Under the supervision of the Swim Center Manager and Assistant Manager, ensure patron safety; enforce pool rules and regulations; perform water rescues and administer first aid as needed. Implement the Emergency Action Plan and notify proper authorities as required. Assist in general maintenance and cleaning of pool area and equipment.

Job Responsibilities 100% - Essential Job Functions Lifeguard Duties Follow and enforce facility rules and regulations at all times. Respond quickly to emergency situations to guarantee the safety of pool patrons. Perform appropriate emergency and rescue techniques when necessary including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid in an effective manner to assure proper crisis management.

Apply consistent disciplinary action for all violations in a firm, yet courteous manner. Respond to requests, inquiries, and complaints in a cooperative manner that ensures customer satisfaction and provides excellent community relations. Observe swimmers from guard stand or pool side; caution swimmers of rule violations and enforce safety rules.

While on duty observing swimmers, remain vigilant; perform no other function such as talking on a cell phone or texting. Notify the Swim Center Manager or Assistant Manager on duty of patron misconduct. Report any staff on-the-job injury or patron injury to the Swim Center Manager or Assistant Manager on duty and Human Resources.

Retain by memory details of the Emergency Action Plan and implement it during emergency situations. Exercise proper, calm judgment when dealing with situations that require immediate action. Exercise consistency in following and implementing Swim Center and City policies.

Maintenance Clean pool, pool area and restroom and inspect pool equipment such as ladders, slides and guard stands to maintain a clean and safe facility. Notify the Swim Center Manager or Assistant Manager on duty of any needed materials, equipment repairs, and any unsafe conditions. Other Essential Job Functions Assist in special events of the Parks and Recreation Department.

Make sure they proceed in a safe manner. Convey a positive professional image by action, communication and appearance. Exhibit regular, reliable and punctual attendance, which is an essential function of the job.

May be asked to teach and assist swim lessons after receiving proper training. Contribute to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KSA's - Required Experience, Training, Knowledge & Skills Experience Previous life-guarding experience preferred, but not required.

Knowledge Thorough knowledge of lifesaving and first aid techniques. Knowledge of emergency procedures and response. General safety practices and procedures.

Familiarity of pool chemical treatment requirements preferred. Skills/Ability to Swim proficiently. Effectively and efficiently use all lifeguard equipment.

Manage emergency situations using good judgment to determine proper response. Retain and effectively utilize the Emergency Action Plan, safety rules, department and City policies, procedures, and guidelines. Respond effectively to a stressful or high pressure environment.

Handle emergency and non-emergency communication in a calm manner. Manage emergency situations and use good judgment in determining proper response. Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all levels of staff, City officials, vendors, other employees and the general public.

Be flexible and diplomatic. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Effectively speak, read and write in the English language.

Sit or stand in an alert manner and observe the activities of all patrons of the pool while stationed to the lifeguard stand or a roving position. Use and operate facility-cleaning equipment. Consistently provide excellent public relations and customer service.

Be outgoing and enthusiastic in promoting safety and pool programs. Meet multiple deadlines and perform multiple tasks under pressure. Work in a multi-task environment.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements WORKING CONDITIONS Must be able to work in extreme temperatures long hours including weekends, holidays and some after hours. Subject to sunburn, and other sun exposure reactions. Must be able to sit in an alert manner and observe the activities of all patrons of the pool while on stand or in a roving position.

May be exposed to potential injury from patrons in water emergencies. May require exposure to human body fluids. Must wear a uniform while on duty, provide own whistle, sunscreen and sunglasses.

May be exposed to dust, cleaning agents, materials and equipment. Work requires exposure to pool chemicals and pool equipment. May encounter occasional stressful situations.

Physical Requirements Must be physically fit enough to perform rescues and other physical requirements of lifeguarding. Must be able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time while on duty as a lifeguard or working on maintenance projects. Must be able to set up and take down equipment for various activities.

Must be able to carry, hold, lift and push pool chemicals and pool equipment up to 50 pounds. Must be able to use step-stools and ladders to climb into a storage loft to store and retrieve items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to file records and store supplies weighing up to 30 pounds in both low (3 feet) and high (7 feet) standing cabinets and shelves.

Must possess mental acuity for attention to detail and accuracy. Must see in the normal visual range with or without correction. Must hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses Required education, degrees, certifications and/or licenses StarGuard Elite lifeguard license Valid CPR/First Aid/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification. Age must comply with City's Policies and Personnel guidelines (minimum age is 16.) High school diploma or GED required, or current student status. Proof of citizenship and/or eligibility to legally work in the United States.

Job Advertisement Pay starting at $14.50/hr. Are you looking to work as Lifeguard? Come to the Lakeway Swim Center!

The perfect candidate is someone who is responsible and has a positive attitude. If you are trained with a flexible schedule and committed to safety, then this is the right job for you. If you are not trained, then apply and sign up for one of our lifeguard certification training classes.

Lifeguard Training New Guard Training (Pick April or May) April 19, 4:30pm-9:30pm April 20, 9:00am-6:00pm April 21, 9:00am-6:00pm OR May 17, 4:30pm-9:30pm May 18, 9:00am-6:00pm May 19, 9:00am-6:00pm Recertification Returning Training (Pick April or May) April 20, 9:00am-6:00pm April 21, 9:00am-1:00pm OR May 18, 9:00am-6:00pm May 19, 9:00am-1:00pm Swim Instructor Training: May 28, 8am - 11am May 29, 8am-11am Line up your summer job now! We are interviewing and hiring for summer season. The summer season starts May 25 through August 11 and weekends starting August 17 (Sat/Sun) through September 2.

First-Summer Lifeguard $14.50/HR Second-Summer Lifeguard $15.00/HR Third-Summer Lifeguard $15.50/HR If more than three seasons $16.00/HR A wide variety of shifts available! Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

This job description is subject to change at any time. The City of Lakeway is committed to compliance the American Disabilities Act & Amendments Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please contact the Human Resources Department at (512) 314-7508.

The City of Lakeway is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Application Special Instructions After submitting the online application, please contact David Johnson by email to schedule an interview at [email protected] This is a safety sensitive position which a drug screen test will be required. Applicants 18 years of age and over will require a criminal history background check.

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