Lifeguard (Part-Time)

City of Lewisville; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 21,573 - 25,044; Part time

Job summary

City of Lewisville is hiring a Part-Time Lifeguard to ensure the safety and well-being of guests at the aquatic facility. Responsibilities include enforcing safety rules, maintaining cleanliness, and responding to emergencies. Candidates should ideally have a high school diploma and lifeguarding experience, as well as the ability to obtain necessary certifications. The role requires flexibility, and the facility operates seven days a week, with varying shift times. Starting pay is $15.66 per hour, increasing with consecutive years of service.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of lifeguarding experience preferred.
• Must be able to receive and maintain required certifications upon hire.
• Ability to be in water for long periods during the day.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safety well-being of guests by preventing injuries.
• Responds quickly and efficiently to emergency situations.
• Maintains cleanliness of the facility.

Skills

Communication

Responsibility

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Overview

We value the experience and loyalty of our returning employees and recognize their contributions by offering higher pay for each consecutive year they return to the same position. For example, starting pay for new hires is $15.66 per hour. For employees returning for a second year, the hourly rate increases to $16.67, with further incremental increases for additional years up to six. This system rewards dedication and allows returning employees to continue growing with us while benefiting from their prior experience in the role with the City of Lewisville.

Entry: $15.66/hour
Year 2: $16.16
Year 3: $16.67
Year 4: $17.17
Year 5: $17.68
Year 6: $18.18

Under the direction of the Aquatic Supervisor, reporting to the Senior and Head lifeguards, the Part-Time Lifeguard enforces safety rules and regulations to ensure the health and welfare of guests and staff; maintains good public relations; reports all questionable safety or potential disciplinary situations to pool management. Performs rescues and provides aid as necessary both in and out of the pool. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety and well-being of guests and staff, by preventing injuries, enforcing pool rules and responding to emergencies.
• Responds quickly, calmly and efficiently to emergency situations, administering First Aid when necessary.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the facility, including regular cleaning duties.
• Regularly checks chemicals and alerts management if there are issues.
• Participates in bi-monthly in-service training to maintain and practice life-saving skills.
• Cultivates a good working relationship with guests, staff and management consistently.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience: One (1) year of lifeguarding experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications: Upon hire, must be able to receive and maintain the following certifications upon hire: American Red Cross Waterpark Certificate, Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate, CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certificate, AED Training Certificate, and Current First Aid Certificate.

Conditions of Employment: Must submit to and pass a criminal background and pre-employment drug test.

Other Requirements: Successful completion of a pre-employment in-water practical skills test, which includes: (Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence) 150-yard swim (demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing); Tread water for 2 minutes, using only the legs; 50-yard swim (demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing); Complete a timed brick event within 1 minute, 40 seconds. All persons hired are required to provide their own uniform which will be a specific swimsuit purchased by employees and black shorts.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge: Following instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks. Communicating clearly and concisely with team members and facility guests.

Skilled In: Frequent walking and demonstrating and assisting with exercise movements; bending, stretching, lifting, pushing, pulling and squatting are movements performed daily. Ability to be in water for long periods during the day. Accepting responsibility and account for their actions; problem solve while maintaining the safety of the guests and facility; climbing 8-foot ladders on a continued basis; punctuality and attend work regularly.

Work Schedule: Our facility is open to the public seven days a week, with operating hours ranging from early mornings to evenings. While our general hours are: Monday–Thursday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Team members typically work standard 8-hour shifts, which may vary depending on the needs of the facility. Flexibility is key, and schedules are created with fairness and advance notice in mind.