What are the responsibilities and job description for the POOL STAFF - HEAD LIFEGUARDS position at City of Weatherford, TX?
Who we are needing on our team: You are a natural in the water and enjoy helping people feel the same, especially with all the safety principles in a pool environment.
You work well in a team atmosphere and take responsibility for making that team work well.
Your motto is strong with courtesy, respect, honesty, and helpfulness when working with guests at our pool.
You enjoy the challenge of passing on the skills and safety of teaching others to swim. What a life-long legacy to give someone.
You enjoy the organization and aesthetics of a well-run pool environment.
Who you will be working with: You will be working with a very dedicated and safety-minded individuals, all under the direction of the Recreation Manager, a fantastic individual to be on a team with.
Why we hire only the best: First and foremost, the City of Weatherford supports inclusiveness and diversity by not discriminating on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any protected class. We are a supporter of a drug and smoke free workplace.
Qualifications
The first hurdle: We are hoping you have all of these important assets. If you don’t, please tell us how close you come. Knowledge and skill may be gained by successful completion of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification. You must be at least 15 years of age. (No getting around this one.) You have the knowledge and ability to perform CPR. You have knowledge and skills in performing and teaching swimming techniques. You have the ability to write, maintain, and complete records and reports in an accurate and timely manner. You must have good hearing for emergency and non-emergency situations for our pool patrons.
Special Requirements
THESE POSITIONS ARE TEMPORARY AND ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ANY BENEFITS. APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR EMPLOYMENT FROM MAY 1, 2024, TO SEPTEMBER 4, 2024. THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS IS: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Miscellaneous Information
The City of Weatherford – Who we are: We are a strong, progressive community of 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities like our mountain bike trails, disc golf, an all-inclusive park for kids, our lake, access to over nineteen parks, our hike and bike trail system that is over twenty miles, and our new pool. We are committed to our customers and take pride in our Strong Community philosophy and are dedicated to enriching the quality of life through exceptional programs, parks and facilities while preserving the community’s natural environment for the enjoyment of current and future citizens. Our city embraces our heritage along with a progressive future, with our monumental courthouse in the square, cutting horses, the annual Peach Festival, our amazing outdoor concerts, quality schools, a great medical center, an unsurpassed Fourth of July celebration, First Monday Trade Days, and many exciting family events. The biggest part of Weatherford is that we are growing, creating our future, and having fun doing it.
Job Details
Parks & Recreation Department
Open
HEAD LIFEGUARDS SALARY: $14.50 per hour
February 5, 2025 4:53 PM
Open Until Filled
Salary : $15