What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Lifeguard position at City of Dublin (CA)?
The City of Dublin is hiring! We are now accepting applications for seasonal employment (Summer 2025) at The Wave. Interested individuals are strongly encouraged to apply early. This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time without notice once sufficient qualified applications have been reviewed. The 2025 Summer Water Park season runs from May 10, 2025 to September 1, 2025. The expected start date for this position is May 3, 2025.
General Purpose:
To assist in planning, organizing, and supervising aquatics programs related to the management and operation of a public swimming pool.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Head Lifeguard classification is distinguished from the Lifeguard classification in the complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, the amount of time spent performing the duties, the nature of the public contact made, and its training responsibilities of staff. Positions at this level are required to be proficient in all tasks associated with the delivery of recreation programs in assigned area of responsibility.
Supervision Received and Exercised
The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
General Purpose:
To assist in planning, organizing, and supervising aquatics programs related to the management and operation of a public swimming pool.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Head Lifeguard classification is distinguished from the Lifeguard classification in the complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, the amount of time spent performing the duties, the nature of the public contact made, and its training responsibilities of staff. Positions at this level are required to be proficient in all tasks associated with the delivery of recreation programs in assigned area of responsibility.
Supervision Received and Exercised
- Receives general supervision from the Recreation Coordinator, Pool Manager, or Program Specialist.
- May exercise technical and functional supervision over part-time staff, as appropriate.
The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
- Enforce pool safety rules and regulations; maintain orderly patron conduct.
- Oversee lifeguard team; serve as lifeguard as needed.
- Maintain up-to-date records and prepare related reports as required.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and report operational and technical policy and procedures.
- Employees must stand and/or sit for extended periods; communicate in person, during meetings, and by phone; and use hands to operate office equipment. Physical tasks include bending, twisting, standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds or pushing/pulling equipment up to 100 pounds. Duties require written and verbal communication, interpreting information and layouts, and interacting with staff, volunteers, vendors, and the public.
Salary : $20 - $23
