Head Lifeguard- NBPT

City of Carrollton; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Lifeguard, where your primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of all patrons at the pool. This role involves enforcing pool rules, performing rescues, and administering first aid when necessary. You'll play a crucial part in maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone. As part of the Parks and Recreation department, you'll work outdoors and engage with the community while developing your skills in emergency response and public safety. If you're passionate about swimming and helping others, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a difference in your community!

Qualifications

• Must possess valid Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid Certificates.
• Minimum age of 16 years and completion of 9th grade.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patron safety by enforcing pool rules and performing rescues.
• Assist with pool maintenance and emergency operations.

Skills

Enforcing pool rules

Emergency operation procedures

Public interaction

Alert observation

Pool facility maintenance

Education

Completion of 9th grade

Lifeguarding Certificate

CPR and First Aid Certificate

Job description

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

JOB TITLE: Lifeguard

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Parks and Recreation

REPORTS TO: Pool Manager

SUMMARY: Responsible for ensuring patron safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations; performs water rescues and administers basic first aid as needed; carries out emergency operating procedures and notifies proper authorities; assists with general maintenance and cleaning of pool area and equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures patron safety by strictly enforcing all pool rules and regulations and applying disciplinary action for violations.
• Enters the water to rescue individuals in trouble and the necessary aid to revive them.
• Carries out emergency operation procedures and notifies proper authorities.
• Informs pool manager of needed material and equipment.
• Recommends to the pool manager the removal of patrons due to misconduct.
• Assists the pool manager and head lifeguard in pool maintenance and repairs
• Assists in special activities at the pool
• Must swim 200m per day while on duty
• Must perform one rescue per day

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Operates the mechanical workings of swimming pools such as valves, vacuum pumps, and sprayers, ensuring that they are maintained and safe
• Wears the proper uniform at all times.
• Works outside and is exposed to extreme heat and changing weather.
• Sits for extended periods of time while observing pool activities; must remain alert for emergencies.
• Must maintain regular attendance.
• Works long hours during the summer months.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABIITIES:

• Skilled in enforcing pool rules and regulations
• Performs emergency operation procedures and informs proper authorities
• Skill in dealing effectively and efficiently with the public
• Can sit in an alert manner and observe the activities of the pool while on the stand
• Learns the operation and maintenance of the pool facilities
• Can understand and follow oral and written instructions

PREFERENCES:

• None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of 9th grade.
• Must possess a valid Lifeguarding Certificate or willing to obtain prior to start.
• Must possess a valid CPR and First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain prior to start.
• Minimum age of 16 years

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must pass criminal history check
• Must pass American RedCross Lifeguard prerequisite tests.