Lifeguard - Seasonal

The City of Cedar Park

The City of Cedar Park is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Lifeguard. This position is seasonal, with most of the work hours from May through August.

THE POSITION: Ensures the daily safety, comfort, and satisfaction of all customers using the City of Cedar Park aquatic facilities. Lifeguards are expected to take on the most effective role while on the deck.

• Responsible for the safety of pool patrons by preventing accidents and responding quickly to emergency situations;
• Must know and be able to perform all skills required for certifications and remain test ready and rescue ready at all times;
• Must follow and enforce pool policies and rules at all times;
• Performs routine maintenance/housekeeping to pool area, i.e. stack or move chaise lounge chairs, pick up trash, etc.;
• Must be able to verbally communicate with both public and staff effectively;
• Maintains, inventories and cares for City property and equipment;
• Keeps supervisor informed of materials and supplies;
• Cleans facility and maintains standard throughout the day and at end of work day;
• Demonstrates cooperative behavior with team, supervisors and the public;
• Provides information and directions;
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

Must be at least 16 years of age by start date. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge of
: general safety practices and procedures, current techniques of E&A protocols for lifeguarding, first aid, and CPR.
Skill/Ability to
: establish and maintain effective working relationships and rapport with employees, volunteers, supervisors, and the general public; learn equipment and supply use and care; follow established rules, guidelines; obtain First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certification; handle requests, inquiries and complaints in a cooperative and constructive manner; work outdoors and under a variety of weather conditions and work irregular hours; ability to frequently walk and sit;

swim nonstop using either front crawl or breast stroke for 200 yards without stopping or use of any additional flotation devices; tread water for two minutes nonstop without using hands; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; work weekends and evenings; must pass pre-employment drug test.