Aquatics - Head Lifeguard

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.Distinguishing Features of WorkLead with Confidence, Protect with PurposeAre you ready to take your lifeguarding experience to the next level? Asa Head Lifeguard for the City of Wichita, you'll play a vital role inensuring safety, coordinating team efforts, and creating a fun andsecure environment for everyone who visits our neighborhood pools. Thisdynamic seasonal position offers an excellent opportunity to expand yourleadership skills, enhance your lifeguarding expertise, and make apositive impact on your this role, youll not only monitor pool areas and respond swiftly toemergencies, but also assist with scheduling staff, instruct swimlessons, and serve as a bridge between the pool manager and lifeguardteam. You'll gain experience in pool operations, facility maintenance,and public contact, all while working in a supportive and team-focusedenvironment.If youre seeking a rewarding summer role where you can lead, protect,and grow, join us and make waves as a Head LifeguardPosting may close at any time2026 Important Dates- The interview process is scheduled to begin in early March 2026.- Save the date Neighborhood pools are set to open Monday, May 25, 2026.Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and candidates willreceive an update on their application status. Candidates who meet therequirements will be contacted for interviews closer to the anticipatedhiring timeframe, beginning in March.Examples of Work Performed- Monitor assigned recreational pool area to detect hazards, disturbances, or safety infractions, by practicing preventative lifeguarding.- Recognize and respond effectively in emergencies- Enforce all City of Wichita Parks pools policies and procedures- Instructs Swim Lessons- Assists with daily incident and cash reports- Assists with scheduling staff, and serves as liaison between the pool manager and pool staff- Participate in regular in-service training- Assist in cleaning the facility and related areas and maintenance and operation of pool equipment- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other job-related duties may be assigned as needed.- At no time should any other job duties interfere with the primary responsibilities of a lifeguard: The safety of the patronsRequirements of Work- Ability to listen to, read, interpret, and apply instructions received- Ability to handle chemicals that require a respirator- Ability to lift empty containers weighing up to 50lbs up to a 4 ft height- Ability to lift and move large, sometimes bulky objects weighing up to 80lbs with assistance- Ability to climb steps or ladders- Ability to move about quickly and stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop or squat, as needed to perform assigned tasks- Ability to work outdoors in unpleasant weather conditions- Ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds and windy conditions- Ability to climb onto and sit on a lifeguard tower for extended periods of time- Ability to physically perform life guarding activities, including techniques of swimmer rescue- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing- An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employmentphysical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactoryevaluation of the results of a criminal record check.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find moreinformation under the following links:[

Created: 2026-01-26