Lifeguard - Point Lake Park & Washington Terrace Park

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High Point, NCtime type:
Part time posted on:
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End Date:
June 15, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
JR100146

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This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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* Who We Are:

** At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries. The High Point Parks & Recreation Department enhances quality of life by providing innovative programs, parks and facilities for present and future generations.

We offer 41 parks, two golf courses, five recreation centers, an environmental education center, tennis and pickle balls courts, a campground, marinas, playgrounds, ball fields, greenways and natural trails and more. Our vision is to enhance the City by providing recreation programming and community events that promote strong bonds, improve health and wellness and celebrate the City’s history and character. We are committed to providing opportunities for all age and abilities.

We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1,300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!
** Our Core Values:**
* ** Integrity**:
Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs.
* ** Responsibility**: A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization.
* ** Partnership**:
Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.
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* What We Offer:

** The City of High Point offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefit package for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:
* A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
* 401K and 457B Retirement Plans
* PTO earned within first year
* 12 Paid Holidays per year
* Tuition Reimbursement Plan
* Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one
** What You'll Do:
** Position starting pay - $17.45    Ensures the safety of patrons of all ages at High Point City Lake and Washington Terrace aquatic facilities. Ensures cleanliness of facilities and administers first aid to patrons when necessary; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.  City of High Point will provide Lifeguard Certification through the American Red Cross at   no charge ($275 value).

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification is valid for two years.
** Essential Tasks & Responsibilities:
*** Supervises recreational swimming and maintains observation of swimmers from pool deck or lifeguard chairs, rescues swimmers from life threatening situations if needed;
* Provides security, crowd control, and information to facility users;
* Instructs students enrolled in learn-to-swim classes, including children and adults;
* Empties trash receptacles as needed, sweeps and washes down pool deck daily, vacuums pool and cleans all scum-gutters;
* Performs general cleaning and sanitizing of showers and pool bathrooms;
* Assists in loading and unloading of supplies, chemicals and operational equipment;
* Assist in pre-season maintenance of pool, preparation for seasonal opening, and post-season maintenance for season closing;
* Provides first-aid as required and completes accident reports;
* Serves as concession operator as needed, maintains…