Head Lifeguard

Salary: See Position Description Location : Smyrna, TN Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 00843 Department: Parks & Recreation Opening Date: 01/23/2026 Description HIRING PAY: $17.00/hr NOTE : May require weekends and afternoon/evening hours.Description: This classification is responsible for leading other lifeguards in the performance of lifeguarding duties at the Town swimming pool. Duties and responsibilities include informing patrons of pool rules and regulations, enforcing rules and regulations, responding to emergency situations, and administering CPR and first aid. Reports to Program & Aquatic Coordinator. Essential Duties & Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job. Other duties may be required and assigned. Informs patrons and staff of the rules and regulations to be observed in and around the pool areas and enforces such rules and regulations to minimize or eliminate hazardous situations. Observes lifeguards and reports any problems to supervisor. Observes users in their pool activities and responds quickly to all emergency situations in the water assisting anyone in distress or rescuing anyone in drowning situations. Administers CPR and first aid until qualified medical personnel arrives. Cleans and maintains locker rooms, pool deck, and restrooms. Performs general house keeping duties such as taking out trash and cleaning food areas. Performs routine chemical checks on water. Works closely with supervisor on scheduling and day-to-day pool operations. Backwashes, brushes, skims, and cleans pools. Any other duties assigned from supervisor. Minimum QualificationsOne (1) year of experience in lifeguarding. Must have a High school diploma or GED equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must possess current and valid lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications. Must be able to complete AED training within 30 days of accepting employment. Must possess a valid and current TN Driver's License Supplemental InformationNOTE : May require weekends and afternoon/evening hours. This position is not eligible for benefits. 01 Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No 02 Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent? Yes No 03 Do you possess a valid Tennessee driver's license ? Yes No 04 Do you have at least one (1) year of Lifeguarding experience? Yes No 05 Do you possess current and valid Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certifications? Yes No 06 Are you willing to complete AED and LIfeguard certification training within 30 days of beginning employment? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04