Lead Lifeguard

Salary: $13.00 - $14.00 Hourly Location : 783 Coleman Road New Market, AL Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 2026-00051 Department: Sharon Johnston Park Opening Date: 03/05/2026 Hiring Manager: Ryan Yates Position Overview Ensure the safety of patrons, including but not limited to: preventing accidents, upholding rules, watching swimmers/patrons at all times. Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities(All duties listed may not be included in any one position nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.) Monitor activities at the pool. Administer first aid and care as required by the professional rescuer. Follow facility emergency action plan. Complete injury reports. Respond quickly and professionally to emergencies. Be safety conscious on and off duty. Attend staff meeting and in-service training. Enforce and adhere to pool rules. Inspect facilities for general cleanliness and complete general cleaning duties. Provide information to patrons in a respectful and friendly manner. Report absences and tardiness to Park Director or Pool Manager. Must be able to work weekdays, weeknights, weekends, holidays and split shifts. Education and ExperienceEducation and Experience General education Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Knowledge of proper use of lifeguard and pool equipment. Knowledge of lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid for the professional rescuer and standard resuscitation measures (CPR) Knowledge of rules and regulations governing conduct of public at pools Knowledge of swimming pool sanitation Skilled in lifesaving techniques Skilled in swimming Ability to react quickly and calmly to an emergency Ability to perform rescue actions, administer first aid and CPR Ability to work in tandem with a team of lifeguards and pool staff Other RequirementsPhysical Requirements Must be able to swim Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must be able to communicate effectively. Certifications or Licenses Required Red Cross or equivalent adult and infant CPR certification and First Aid for the professional rescuer certification. Must complete and pass a lifeguard training class and hold a current lifeguard certification. Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing. No benefits are offered to part time or seasonal employees.

Created: 2026-03-07