Job Summary
The Head Lifeguard works at the Zemurray Pool. This position assists in the supervision of lifeguards and swim lesson instructors. This position provides on deck shift leadership to ensure all aquatic guests are afforded the highest level of safety and service possible.
Program Dates: Must be available from 5/4/2024 - 9/30/2024, Monday through Sunday, hours not to exceed 34 hours per week. Hours flexible, as needed. (Seasonal Position, Summer Job)Essential Functions 

• Assists the Pool Coordinator with the supervision and training of lifeguard employees about water safety, City policies and regulations.
• Assists with the administration of swimming pool programs including swimming lessons, pool parties, and other activities. Helps set up and prepare area during special events.
• Maintains pool and pool area including mechanical equipment, decks, and bathrooms. 
• Conducts routine tests such as chemical levels, vacuums pool, backwashes, uses net to clean water surface and picks up trash.
• Keeps log of test results and attends related training sessions as necessary.
• Performs routine paperwork and maintains program files.
• Keeps records of swimming lesson certificates, communicates needs of facility to pool Supervisor, and compiles reports as needed.
• Communicates with the public, explains policies.

Decision Making 

• Uses judgment to coordinate activities and to act appropriately in emergency situations.
• Assists in supervising pool staff; assigns duties, trains and evaluates work performance.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions 

• Physical requirements include working outdoors in heat, humidity and wind.
• Exposed to chlorine, muriatic acid and other pool chemicals. 
• Navigates slippery surfaces.
• Exposed to noise from crowds, whistles and pump room. 
• Subject to standing, sitting, using vision, hearing, talking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling reaching, handling, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, handling, foot controls and must use fine dexterity.

Minimum Requirements 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One season of pool management experience and two seasons of lifeguard/swim instructor experience is required.
• Must be 18 years old. 
• Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate required. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification preferred.