What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Lifeguard - Seasonal position at The City of Cedar Park?
The City of Cedar Park
Under direction of the Aquatics Manager and related management team, the Head Lifeguard is responsible for supervision of staff and operations of assigned City aquatics facilities as designated by the Aquatics Manager or Aquatics Supervisor, in the absence of a Pool Manager.
The Position
- Ensures safety of all patrons and staff throughout the facility by visually scanning all areas. Determines whether participants are in distress, implements Emergency Action Plan, performs in water rescues or assists, and provides first aid and/or CPR when necessary;
- Supervises and assigns work to aquatic employees, ensuring proper policies are followed, work and safety standards are maintained, and that work schedules are met;
- Supervises assigned aquatic facilities (Milburn Pool in the offseason or programming shifts or Buttercup Pool year-round) or assist the Pool Manager in these duties;
- Maintains records as required by the Parks and Recreation Department, City of Cedar Park, County and State;
- Assists or leads staff training sessions;
- Maintains correct water chemistry in the pools and insures health standards where they apply;
- Establishes and maintains positive public relations;
- Receives admission fees and accounts for all money received;
- Enforces facility rules and regulations;
- Makes decisions concerning park closing during adverse conditions in absence of Pool Manager, Aquatics Supervisor, or Aquatics Manager; and fills in if necessary in other positions.
- Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses
At least one (1) season of lifeguarding experience; or,
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions; to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines
Certifications and Licenses
Current certification in Ellis & Associates National Pool and Waterpark Lifeguard Training or ability to obtain.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of: lifeguarding skills; aquatic risk management; accounting and record keeping.
Skill/Ability to: Supervise and motivate employees, establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Department staff, community organizations and groups, and the general public; tolerate outside working conditions; and work some weekends, evenings, and holidays.
None available at this time.
