Aquatic Center Head Lifeguard (Part-Time)

Aquatic Center Head Lifeguard (Part-Time)

Salary

$19.80 - $27.92 Hourly

Location

City of Irving, TX

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2600220

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

08/19/2026

Closing Date

9/2/2026 5:00 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Posting

Duties include overseeing day to day operations of assigned facility, including supervising lifeguard staff, assigning duties, and preparing various reports and logs; planning and implementing weekly in-service training as required by state law; assisting with staff training, motivation, communication and discipline; assisting with staff recruiting and marketing of facility and available positions; performing lifeguarding tasks as required by certifying agencies; conducting instructional programs; providing customer service and resolving patron concerns; serving as shift lead as needed; acting as facility manager when Aquatic Coordinator is off-site; and providing assistance with pool chemical monitoring and facility cleaning. Duties typically may require lifting up to 50 pounds frequently. A high school diploma or equivalent, and one year of related experience required. Must be at least 18 to be hired and currently have Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR / AED certifications. This position will work both indoors and outdoors in all seasons; hours may vary and will include some evenings and weekends. Applicants must submit hours of availability with application.

PAY GRADE GG12 / FULL PAY RANGE $19.80 - $27.92 PER HOUR

Full Job Description

The full job description for this position and all other City of Irving job classifications are available online. Click here to access the list of job titles.

Culture

The City of Irving Parks and Recreation Department is committed offering a welcoming environment to members, visitors and guests, and offers a variety of innovative programs to the community. There is a senior center, gazebos that can be reserved, picnic shelters, and buildings available for club and private use. Seasonal pools and two year-round indoor aquatic facilities also provide numerous opportunities for fitness and fun!

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.

For City of Irving full-time employees only, competitive health benefits and participation in TMRS are offered. More information can be found online at https://irvingtx.gov/index.php?section=hr-employment-benefits.

01

Are you comfortable with and willing to make repairs on pool equipment or in the pump room?

02

Available Days and Hours - For each day of the week, Sunday through Saturday, please provide information about hours you would be available to work for this position (e.g., 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.) PLEASE NOTE: This is for informational purposes only, not a schedule request.

03

Evening and Weekend Schedule (Duties require being able to work various shifts including day, evening and weekend hours.) - Are you available and willing to work as needed, including day, evening and weekend hours, as the position requires?

• Yes
• No

04

Microsoft Office Skill Level - Please indicate your skill level (beginner, intermediate or advanced) for each of the MS products with which you have experience (e.g. MS Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point, other).

05

Pool Certification - Do you currently possess Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification?

06

Do you currently hold a Lifeguard or Lifeguard instructor certification? If yes, from what agency (e.g. American Red Cross, Ellis, Star Guard Elite), and please indicate the expiration date if applicable.

07

Do you have experience determining tasks, goals and schedules for a work place group? If yes, please describe your experience and the number of staff members in the work group. If not, simply state "no".

08

Lifeguard Classes - Please state how many lifeguard classes you have led, and also how many lifeguard classes you assisted with in the past two years. If you havent led or assisted with lifeguard classes in the past three years, simply state "none".

Required Question

Employer City of Irving

Address 825 W. Irving Blvd

Irving, Texas, 75060

Phone 972-721-2696

Website https://www.irvingtx.gov/