What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Seasonal: Lifeguard, Pool Clerk & Aquatics Positions position at Athens-Clarke County, GA?
Salary : $15.60 - $17.94 Hourly
Location : Athens, GA
Job Type : Summer Seasonal Jobs - PT
Job Number : 2025-0023
Department : Leisure Services
Opening Date : 02 / 01 / 2025
Closing Date : 5 / 29 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Purpose & Job Related Requirements
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ATTENTION : If you will be less than 16 years old on May 1, 2025, you must submit a Work Permit before you will be allowed to work. to go to the website to get your Work Permit.
REPORTS TO : Varies
FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt; serves at the discretion of Department Director.
CLASSIFICATION : Seasonal
SAFETY SENSITIVE : Yes, Lifeguards, Assistant Managers, Managers, and Lakefront Lifeguard subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance. No, for Pool Clerk.
Purpose of Job
The purpose of this job is to provide continuous oversight of an outdoor swimming pool facility ensuring a safe environment and performing lifesaving techniques in the event of an unforeseen situation.
Job Related Requirements
WORK SCHEDULE : Pools are open Tuesday-Sunday, with shifts scheduled between 9 : 00 am and 7 : 30 pm.
Monday In-Service Trainings.
May be required to work on religious holidays.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Must work cooperatively with others.
When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.
If hired for a Summer position, you will be REQUIRED to attend Orientation.
Splashpad opens May 10, 2025
Pools & Lakefront open May 24, 2025
Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Pool Clerk $15.60
Some High School education or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
Must be able to assist with routine pool maintenance and cleaning requirements.
Lifeguard $ 16.38
Some High School education or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
Must possess the minimum current lifesaving certification required by the American Red Cross, First Aid, CPR and lifesaving techniques before performing lifeguard job duties. Valid through the end of the summer season.
Applicants not currently certified must obtain certification before first scheduled pool shift. Training for certification will be provided by Leisure Services Dept.
Assistant Pool Manager $17.16
One season of aquatic service experience and some high school education required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess the minimum current lifesaving certification required by the American Red Cross, First Aid, CPR and lifesaving techniques before performing job duties. Valid through the end of the summer season.
Applicants not currently certified must obtain certification before first scheduled pool shift. Training for certification will be provided by Leisure Services Department.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Supervisory experience and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification preferred, but not required.
Pool Manager $17.94
Two seasons of aquatic service experience and some high school education or one season of aquatic experience and High School diploma or equivalent required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess the minimum current lifesaving certification required by the American Red Cross, First Aid, CPR and lifesaving techniques before performing job duties. Valid through the end of the summer season.
Applicants not currently certified must obtain certification before first scheduled pool shift. Training for certification will be provided by Leisure Services Dept.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Supervisory experience and current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification preferred.
Lakefront Lifeguard $17.16
High School diploma with six months of related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
Must be 18 years of age or older. Age 21 or older preferred.
Must possess a current valid driver's license.
Must possess the minimum current lifesaving certification required by the American Red Cross, First Aid, CPR and lifesaving techniques, including Waterfront Skills Certification (Sandy Creek Day Camp can provide lakeside training in advance of start date.). Valid through the end of the summer season.
Ability to implement American Camping Association aquatic safety procedures for an accredited camp preferred.
Essential Duties, Responsibilities
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Supplemental Information
ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Please see job descriptions linked above.
ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or
Please indicate any prior work experience with Athens Clarke County Summer Programs. Lifeguard refers also to Assistant Pool Manager, Pool Manager and Lakefront Lifeguard. Check all that apply.
- I have not worked for the Athens Clarke County Summer program.
- I was an ACC Lifeguard last Summer.
- I have been a Lifeguard one Summer with ACC.
- I have been a Lifeguard two Summers with ACC.
- I have been a Lifeguard three Summers with ACC.
- I have been a Lifeguard four or five Summers with ACC.
- I have been a Lifeguard more than five Summers with ACC.
- I have worked as a Pool Clerk or Counselor / Director with the ACC Summer Program previously.
S-Which best describes your highest level of education by grade or diploma / degree completed by June of this year?
If you have worked for the ACC Summer Program in the past, please list what year, what pool and your position.
Please indicate below all of the pool locations you would accept as your assignment if hired. Pool hours will be discussed if selected for interview.
Please check all of the following certifications you have OR WILL HAVE prior to May 1, 2025.
For any certifications you currently possess, please list their expiration dates.
You will be required to obtain Red Cross Basic Lifesaving Certification before you are qualified for the Lifeguard position. Please indicate below your understanding of this Certification requirement.
By checking the box below, I acknowledge that if I have not reached my 16th birthday before my first scheduled day of work, I must submit a completed work permit before I am allowed to begin working.
By clicking the box below I acknowledge that if I am selected for a Lifeguard, Assistant Pool Manager, Pool Manager, or Lakefront Lifeguard position, I will be included in the random drug testing pool per the Athens Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance. This inclusion means that I may be selected at random at any time during my employment to complete a drug screen.
The following person may be contacted regarding any aspect of my employment opportunity with the Athens Clarke County 2024 Summer Program. Please include the name and telephone number of your contact person. This person will only be contacted if you are not available.
Indicate below your interest in the Lakefront Lifeguard (Day Camp at Sandy Creek Park) position. Note : You must be 18 years of age or older for this position.
Indicate below your years of experience in aquatic, athletic or recreational programming. Volunteer experience counts. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT THIS EXPERIENCE IS DETAILED AND REFLECTED IN THE WORK HISTORY SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION. You may include volunteer activities in your work history.
Please describe your experience supervising aquatics staff. Include years of experience. If none, type N / A.
Pools and the Walker Park Splash Pad operate from mid-May 2025 to mid-August 2025 with the Splash Pad staying open weekends through September. Please indicate any dates below that you are not available. If you are available all dates, type NA.
Please list any experience you have handling money, counting a cash drawer, or providing service to customers. If none type NA.
Required Question
Salary : $16 - $18
