Salary: $18.00 HourlyLocation : 285 Uptown Blvd. Cedar Hill TX, TXJob Type: SeasonalJob Number: 430-HeadLG-2025SeasDepartment: Parks & RecreationOpening Date: 01/02/2025Why This Role is ValuableThe City of Cedar Hill's culture sets us apart from any other City in the world. We live by five very important values, which also contain many parts to make a whole. The five values we live by are High Standards, Teamwork, Premier Customer Service, Family Oriented and Fun. We are seeking individuals, who have demonstrated a willing commitment to these values, holding them in high regard, to join our award-winning team this summer as Head Lifeguard! This is a seasonal position, scheduled to begin in May 2025.The purpose of this position is to assist the Recreation Coordinator and Assistant Pool Managers in the supervision, deployment, and training of lifeguard staff at the pool. In addition to functioning as a lifeguard, the Head Lifeguard is responsible for the on-site supervision, utilization, and performance of lifeguard staff. Duties can include but are not limited to: supervising assigned pool personnel; enforcing all rules and regulations; some pool maintenance including vacuum operation, and maintaining facility sanitation; provide for the safety of all patrons utilizing the pool facility; providing and ensuring premier customer service to patrons. This position may also develop and conduct in-service training, prepare reports on pool operations, pool patrons, maintenance, programs, rentals, & special events as needed; performs other duties as assigned. How You Add Value
- Provides premier customer service to internal and external customers by educating customers, resolving customer concerns, meeting customer needs, responding to requests and helping to maintain a safe and clean pool environment in a professional manner.
- Assist with training, scheduling, motivating, correcting, and supervising all lifeguard personnel. Ensure that all shifts are covered.
- Assist with rentals, programs, and special events for the pool.
- Oversee general facility maintenance and cleanliness including cleaning bathhouse restrooms, pool house areas, pool, pool deck, pool yard, and pool equipment.
- Coordinates lifeguard rotations and ensures lifeguards are on duty during all pool use. May assist on stand as needed.
- Assists in providing in-service training each week on safety and emergency procedures.
- Render emergency care as needed.
- Ensure all State of Texas and City of Cedar Hill pool regulations and policies are followed during the pool season. Ensures enforcement of regulations and policies by pool staff.
- Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.
- Requires regular attendance.
What You Bring to the Role
- Less than high school education acceptable.
- At least one prior season as a Lifeguard (approximately 3 months), or similar experience required.
- A current American Red Cross certifications in First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Lifeguarding.
How to Join Our FamilyComplete online application at Cedar Hill City Website at www.cedarhilltx.com. The City of Cedar Hill can no longer accept actual/faxed applications. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED. There are computers at the Cedar Hill Library for applicants that do not have access to a computer at home. If you are having trouble with the NEOGOV Applicant tracking site, please call the NEOGOV technical support number at 1-855-###-####.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Cedar Hill will make every reasonable effort to accommodate your needs. For any special requests, please call Human Resources at 972-###-####, ext 1050.The City of Cedar Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of genetic information in compliance with GINA, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, age, or disability in hiring, conditions, or termination of employment. Final applicants for employment with the City of Cedar Hill are subject to drug testing and background screening.CITY OF CEDAR HILL285 Uptown Blvd Bldg #100Cedar Hill, TX 75104972-###-####Part-time, temporary, and seasonal positions are not offered benefits.01 Do you have current American Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguard training? If yes, please enter the expiration date. If no, please enter N/A 02 How many seasons/months of Lifeguarding experience do you possess? 03 Most communication regarding this position will come to candidates via email. Please ensure you are checking your inbox and junk/spam folder regularly. Please initial to acknowledge this. Required Question