Head Lifeguard - Seasonal

Salary: $17.43 - $26.15 Hourly Location : Waxhaw, NC Job Type: Non-Benefited Part-Time Seasonal Job Number: 613512 Department: Parks and Recreation Opening Date: 01/15/2026 General Statement The Head Lifeguard - Seasonal, under direct supervision, performs all standard life guard duties for Cane Creek Park. Work includes assisting permanent staff in lifeguard staff scheduling and supervision, preparing swim areas for park's opening and closing, and ensuring all equipment is properly inspected as per standard inspection intervals. Essential Functions Performs all standard life guard duties for Cane Creek Park. Protects the health, safety and welfare of swimmers within the designated activity areas. Supervises the beach and swim areas. Enforces park rules and safety regulations in the assigned area of responsibility. Conducts daily cleanups in assigned areas of responsibilities. Assists permanent staff in lifeguard staff scheduling and supervision. Assists with preparing swim areas for park's opening and closing. Ensures all equipment is properly inspected at standard inspection intervals. Speaks to people with poise, voice control and confidence. Records and delivers information, explains procedures, follows oral and written instructions. Is able to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Performs under occasional stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high-quality communication and interacts with other County Agencies, co-workers, and the general public. Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities. Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and meeting deadlines. Attends work regularly and adheres to County policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specify decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with policy or procedures, etc. Shares knowledge with supervisors and staff for mutual and division benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all division employees. Interacts effectively with fellow employees, supervisor, professionals and the general public. Attends meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the County and various regulatory agencies and to see that the standards are not violated. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience: High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), and one (1) year of lifeguard experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications: Maintain current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certificate. Maintain current CPR, AED and First Aid Certificates. Maintain a valid Driver's License with a good driving record. Special Requirements: This position may be subject to a fingerprint background check. Per ), applicants for a position of employment required to work with children in any capacity will be required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record. Must be available for weekends and holidays. Position runs from late May through Early September. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience: High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), and one (1) year of lifeguard experience including supervisory, scheduling, and customer service experience. Licenses or Certifications: Maintain current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certificate. Maintain current CPR, AED and First Aid Certificates. Maintain a valid Driver's License with a good driving record. Special Requirements: Must be available for weekends and holidays. Position runs from late May through Early September. Supplemental Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be physically able to exert moderate but not constant physical effort to perform medium work, typically involving some combination of balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, walking and may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of heavy objects and material (up to 75 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly), visual perception and discrimination, the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, perceive and discriminate color, perceive odors, and requires oral communications. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in an environment where errors on their part can lead to significant physical or mental consequences for them or others. FINANCIAL PROGRAMS DIRECT DEPOSIT Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice. TRUIST No Overdraft Fees $100 Negative Balance Buffer Online and Mobile Banking with Bill Pay OTHER PROGRAMS EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems. AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER We believe that staying healthy is more than just exercising regularly and eating well. Individual and family discount membership and monthly dues are available to full-time and benefitted part-time employees through payroll deduction. 01 Do you have a High School diploma or GED? yes no 02 Have you ever been CPR and First Aide certified? yes no 03 Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record? Yes No 04 Do you currently have vacation plans or required trips/events for the summer? If yes, what are the dates? 05 Are you available weekends and/or holidays? Yes No 06 Are you a certified Lifeguard? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10