Lifeguard

*** Position open until March 14, 2026***

The City of Haines City is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, creed, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. The City of Haines City is a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants who complete the initial screening process will be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Police Department applicants will also be required to take a Polygraph Examination. All information provided by an applicant will be verified for truthfulness and accuracy if a conditional offer of employment is made. Applications and other submitted documents are considered public records.

Salary range is provided to show the min to max compensation for a position. It is not the basis for or guarantee of a starting salary.

Under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator and Head Lifeguard, performs duties necessary to maintain the safety of pool patrons in and around pool and pool areas through communicating and enforcing all pool regulations and safety compliance measures, and responding to pool-related and lifesaving emergencies. Responsible for spotting hazards, preventing accidents, and conducting daily patron incidents, counts, and daily receipts reports.

Duties are primarily performed within an outdoor environment or setting. Possible exposure to dust, mold, and allergens; noise; inclement weather and electrical hazards.

• Required knowledge and experience are normally obtained through the completion of a curriculum resulting in Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR Certifications.
• WSI certification preferred.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Ability to perform drowning rescues, carry and place victims on backboards, and administer first aid and CPR.
• Ability to react quickly calmly and professionally during emergency and/or lifesaving situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, campers, parents and/or guardians, businesses, and the general public is essential.
• Ability to implement and oversee activities and events.
• Ability to read.
• Knowledge of lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid and standard resuscitation measures.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations governing the conduct of the public at pools.
• Knowledge of swimming pool sanitation and chlorination systems.
• Skilled in the application of lifesaving techniques.

• Must possess a Valid Florida Class E driver's license.
• Must pass applicable pre-employment testing, and background and credit checks.
• Must be able to pass the State required background check for persons working with children.

This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.