Job Details

HEAD LIFEGUARD (SEASONAL)
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS
CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester seeks applicants for Head Lifeguard in the Department of Public Works and Parks. The position is responsible for weekday and weekend shifts at our outdoor pool and beaches and will manage lifeguard operations, supervise lifeguards on duty, watch pool waterfront activities, prevent, and address dangerous situations, and respond to people in need of aid. Work is performed with relative independence in accordance with standard practices and procedures adapted to departmental requirements with review through regular inspections and reports.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Oversee the activities of lifeguards, swim instructors, gate keepers, and other program providers at pool and/or beach sites to ensure safety protocols are being followed
• Ability to provide basic first aid
• Assist maintenance staff maintain clean and safe facilities, beaches, and equipment
• Ability to address issues promptly, advise management of problems, violations, and areas for improvement related to policies and procedures
• Ability to maintain watchfulness over pool and beaches to prevent dangerous situations
• Ability to monitor and assist swimmers and enforces regulations
• Ability to rescue if appropriate, calls for help, provides emergency care, interviews witnesses, and files reports
• Ability to successfully pass CORI/SORI check

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 18 years of age
• Three (3) years of experience as a Lifeguard
• One (1) year of waterfront experience as a Lifeguard
• Certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding or YMCA Lifeguard Training or equivalent
• Certification in American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent
• Certificate in American Red Cross Lifeguard Management or equivalent (Certification obtained online)
• American Red Cross Waterfront Certification Module
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification as an American Red Cross-WSI or equivalent
• Preferably possess current certification as an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor

STARTING SALARY: $18.75 per hour, seasonal, non-benefitted

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2023, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, HR@worcesterma.gov.