Salary: $14.65 Hourly
Location : Lewisville, TX
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: FY2324-00015
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 11/08/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Summary

Under the direction of the Aquatic Supervisor, reporting to the Senior and Head lifeguards, the Part-Time Lifeguard enforces safety rules & regulations to ensure the health & 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.
Essential Functions

• 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.

Position Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• 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.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly.

Other Requirements

• Successful completion of a pre-employment in-water practical skills test, which includes: 300 yards swim, demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing; Tread water for 2 minutes, using only the legs; Complete a timed brick event within 1 minute, 40 seconds.
• Must submit to and pass pre-employment drug test.
• All persons hired are required to provide their own uniform which will be a specific swimsuit purchased by employees and black shorts.
• All persons must have the ability to obtain 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

Work Hours

The hours for Thrive for the Part Time Lifeguard will be 6:00am-8:40pm Monday-Thursday, Friday 6:00am-7:40pm, Saturday 8:30am-6:30pm, Sunday 9:00am-6:40pm. Lifeguard shifts will vary and will take employee's prior commitments into consideration. Additional hours may be available for Special Events that may take place outside of the facility and facility hours.
Part-time employment at the City of Lewisville offers a few advantages, including:

• FICA Alternative with Corebridge Financial (Enrollment Required)*
• Optional Enrollment in a Deferred Compensation Plan with Nationwide or Corebridge Financial
• Employee Membership Discount to Thrive, LELLA, and Lake Park
• Volunteer Pay
• Paid Time Off Accrual
• Employee Assistance and Work/Life Support Program
• Referral Program Eligibility

*The City of Lewisville does not participate in the traditional social security program. However, we offer an alternative plan that provides supplemental benefits and for the financial security of our employees.