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City of Navasota Head Lifeguard in Navasota, Texas

CLASS NO. 930 EEOC

CATEGORY: Service Maintenance PAY GROUP: PT2

FLSA: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION Under the supervision of the Pool Manager, the Head Lifeguard enforces the safety regulationsfor the protection of pool patrons; makes suggestions for new or updated regulations; assists in general maintenance, and performs other duties as assigned by the Pool Manager.

* ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS* 1. Reports to: Pool Manager 2. Directs: This is a non-supervisory position. 3. Other: Works closely with Parks and Recreation Department and the general public; hascontact with other city employees.

EXAMPLES OF WORK Essential Duties* Assists Pool Manager with programs at the facility including but not limited to recreationalswimming, swim lessons, and other pool programs and events. Makes sound decisions on situations that may occur and reports to the Pool Manager. Prepares the pools and surrounding areas for approved programs and performs generalmaintenance and upkeep of the facility. Attends staff and department employee training meetings as necessary. Works weekends as assigned and attends a minimum of 2 in-services during the summerseason. Attends unpaid certification of re-certification programs as needed to meet the minimumrequirements for employment. Provides the most adequate safety protection for patrons. Assists in maintaining a daily record of maintenance, pH and chlorine readings in addition tofiling incident and accident reports. Assists in rendering first aid according to the standards established by the American RedCross. Participates in daily routine maintenance and cleanliness of facility. Remains prepared to make water rescues in instances when it becomes necessary. Reports all unusual situations, incidents, and accidents to the Pool Manager. Attends all staff meetings and in-services as scheduled by Pool Manager or Parks andRecreation Supervisors.

* Other Important Duties** Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

* REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES* Knowledge of: general pool facilities operations, personnel policies. Skill/Ability to: follow regulations and guidelines set forth by Pool Manager; followprocedures, creating a safe and enjoyable environment for patrons.

* ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING* High school graduation, or its equivalent; At least one year experience at a public pool as a lifeguard.

* CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED* Appropriate Texas driver's license or available alternative means of transportation;American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, or its equivalent;

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification, or its equivalent.

* JOB PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND/OR EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS* The City will comply with the American with Disabilities Act, including the American DisabilitiesAct Amendment Act, and all other Federal, State and Local legislative requirements. The Facility will ensure that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified

individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of that position.

Navasota 02/2025

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