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Job Description
Summary
Spend your summer making a difference while keeping our community safe.
The City of Lancaster is looking for energetic, dependable, and service-minded individuals to join our team as Summer Lifeguards. In this role, you will help maintain a safe and enjoyable aquatic environment by enforcing pool rules, identifying hazards, responding to emergencies, administering first aid and CPR when needed, and supporting daily pool operations.
This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with people, staying active, and being part of a team that serves the community withPRIDE.
Why Join the City of Lancaster?
At Lancaster, we believe in PRIDE:- Productivity - taking ownership and delivering strong results
- Resourcefulness - using sound judgment and finding smart solutions
- Integrity - doing the right thing and being accountable
- Dedication - showing commitment, passion, and professionalism
- Excellence - working together to serve our community at a high level
We foster an environment that values teamwork, respect, growth, and service. We are proud to serve our community, and we are looking for team members who will do the same.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Enforce all pool rules and regulations in a consistent manner
- Identify potential accident hazards and unsafe conditions
- Respond quickly, intelligently, and decisively in emergencies
- Perform rescues and provide first aid and CPR as required
- Maintain cleanliness of the pool deck and locker rooms
- Monitor and record chemical levels
- Complete required reports and documentation
- Attend and participate in all in-service trainings
- Assist with recreation programs and special events hosted by the City
- Provide excellent customer service with a positive and professional attitude
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience
Verifiable experience in extracurricular activities at school and/or community setting. Prior work experience is not a requirement.
The ideal candidate is:- Courteous, respectful, and dependable
- Comfortable working with children, teens, adults, seniors, and individuals needing special accommodation
- Able to stay calm under pressure
- A strong communicator and team player
- Focused on safety, service, and professionalism
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification within 3 months of employment.
- Productivity - taking ownership and delivering strong results
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Lancaster
Show moreHistorical Overview
The first settlement made in the Lancaster community was in September 1844 by Roderick Rawlins. Mr. Rawlins and other members of his party had secured "headrights" from the Republic of Texas. Read on...
Location
Located in the Southwest portion of Dallas County, the City of Lancaster is approximately 15 minutes south of Dallas and is well situated to access the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex, one of the largest and most diverse in the nation. Read on...
Lancaster offers the perfect blend of open farmland, rolling hills, creeks, and woodlands, with home prices ranging from $160,000 to $600,000. Our community features tree-shaded neighborhoods, an excellent public library, a Senior Life Center, and over 600 acres of parks, including a municipal golf course and the Lancaster Visitors Center and State Auxiliary Museum.
Ideally located for commuting within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Lancaster provides easy access to major highways and is close to DART light rail, Dallas Love Field, and DFW International Airport. The city also boasts a regional airport and an industrial park with rail access. Educational opportunities abound with nearby campuses of Dallas College, Cedar Valley College, and the University of North Texas at Dallas, while the Lancaster Independent School District (LISD), the first district-wide STEM district in Texas, offers award-winning education.
Lancaster features diverse shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities, including a 100-acre Community Park with a recreation center, indoor aquatic facility, fishing pier, and outdoor athletic facilities, as well as the Bear Creek Nature Preserve. With a vibrant mix of amenities and a strong sense of community, Lancaster is the ideal place to live, work, and play!
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