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Head Lifeguard

City of Gainesville, GA

Gainesville, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$37,502.40–$47,777.60 Per Year
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Credit Union, Customer Support/Service, Defibrillator, Disability Insurance, Emergency Planning, Emergency Response, English Language, Facilities Planning, First Aid, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Inventory Management, Leadership, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Literacy, Maintenance - Pool, People Management, Procedure Implementation, Project/Program Management, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Record Keeping, Retirement Plan, Retirement Planning, Safety Equipment, Safety/Work Safety, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Tuition Reimbursement, Worker's Compensation
LOCATION
Gainesville, GA
POSTED
3 days ago
Salary : $37,502.40 - $47,777.60 Annually
Location : 830 Green Street, Gainesville, GA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01036
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Frances Meadows
Opening Date: 05/12/2026
Closing Date: 7/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Summary

This position is designated as safety-sensitive. As such, a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening are mandatory. The incumbent will also be subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout the duration of employment.

Head Lifeguards provide support for the lifeguards in day to day operations. The Head Lifeguard is a mix of traveling lifeguard and staff supervisor. The Head Lifeguard will provide assistance where needed and be a liaison to management. The Head Lifeguard should exemplify responsibility, leadership, friendly public relations/customer service, and be a voice for the lifeguard staff.

Job Duties

Staff supervision of lifeguards when Aquatics Manager is not present in facility. Rotating guards, scheduling breaks and determining hours when appropriate based on pool usage and the need for additional guards.

Oversee incident/accident reports, water contamination reports, and water rescue reports.

Assist Aquatics Manager in conducting monthly staff in-service trainings.

Monitor first-aid supplies and notify Aquatics Manager when inventory is getting low.

Oversee Aquatic instructional programming. Know and understand water safety and swimming skill levels and the skills that are taught.

Work effectively with other lifeguards / instructors and take turns with various responsibilities.

Learn and implement the proper procedures with equipment and for opening and closing facility.

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck and surrounding areas. Prevents accidents by maintain constant observation of the pool area, enforcing health and safety rules and maintain emergency readiness.

Responds to emergency situations in accordance with the facilities EAP. Has thorough understanding of the Emergency Action Plan for the facility.

Maintains records of pool chemical readings every two hours.

Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of the pool and surrounding areas to ensure cleanliness.

Checks pool and rescue equipment and promptly reports any problems to Aquatics Manager.

Assist Aquatics Manager and Staff as needed.

Perform other related aquatic work as needed.

Interpret and enforce pool rules and policies to ensure all staff is giving proper direction.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications:
  • Managerial or supervisory experience
  • Current American Red Cross Lifeguard / First Aid / CPR / AED Certification.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and make appropriate decisions in emergency situations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to communicate in both one on one and group settings.
  • Must be able to meet work schedule and in-service training attendance standards (May-August).
  • Be at least 18 years old and possess at least 12 weeks of lifeguard experience.
  • Desired: Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification and experience lifeguarding at a pool or waterpark.

    Licenses and Certifications:

    Hold and maintain current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.

    Physical Requirements:
  • Must maintain physical skills as required by Lifeguard Certification.
  • Ability to frequently walk, run, stand, or stoop.
  • Regularly lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Speech, hearing, literacy, and vision.
  • Ability to tolerate extreme weather conditions.

Supplemental Information

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.
The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Gainesville prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The City of Gainesville conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Overview
Part of the City of Gainesville's success is due to the efforts and loyalty of City employees. Gainesville offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees and retirees. In assessing our comprehensive programs, the City has taken great care to seek a fair balance between business needs and employment security. There are many options available which afford City staff with coverage to best suit individual and family needs. In many cases, deductions are available on a pre-tax basis.

City Benefits Paid at 100%
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Clinic & Wellness Center
  • GMEBS Retirement Plan (select positions)
  • Life Insurance (up to $75,000)
  • Paid Holidays (10)
  • Paid Jury Duty Leave
  • Paid Military Leave
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Protective Safety Equipment
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance (After 12 months of employment)
  • Tuition Reimbursement (After one year of employment)
  • Uniforms (select positions)
  • Workers' Compensation
Supplemental Benefits
  • Accident
  • Critical Illness
  • Death and Dismemberment
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Dental
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Medical
  • Plan A Retirement (50% City paid - select positions)
  • Vision
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
Other Benefits
  • Biweekly Paycheck
  • Credit Union
  • Direct Deposit
  • Discount PC Purchase Plan
  • Employee Recognition Events
  • Employee Wellness Opportunities
  • Free Flu Shot
  • Free Parking
  • Health and Benefits Fair

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City of Gainesville, GA

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