Senior Lifeguard - Aquatic Services

We Are Hiring Summer Senior Lifeguards! Are you ready to get into the swim of things? Take charge and become a summer saver today. The City of Savannah Recreation & Leisure Services Division is currently seeking Senior Lifeguards. This position is responsible for overseeing activities in and around the swimming pool and maintaining a safe environment.

Submit your application today! We look forward to having you on board.

• Plan and lead the swimming programs in accordance with guidelines.
• Lead instructor for swim lessons.
• Coach the swim team.
• Vacuums the pool.
• Supervise other lifeguards.
• Report any incident that alters pool operations (call in and record).
• Open and close the pool site daily.
• Assign and assist in performing lifeguard duties when the pool is in use.
• Works closely with the pool monitors.
• Works at swim meets and other department programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• One year of experience in lifeguarding skills and pool safety; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess Professional Lifeguarding Certification, First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification.

The City of Savannah offers all required training.

Varies

Various City of Savannah Pools

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post‑offer/pre‑employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

• Knowledge of records maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of machine operation practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles.
• Knowledge of conflict resolution skills.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in working with children and adults.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
The Swimming Pool Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions. The Swimming Pool Manager checks work for compliance with instructions and established procedures.

GUIDELINES:
Guidelines include the swimming pool manual, the Department of Environmental Health Book of Codes and Rules, Guidelines for CPO, and instructions from pool maintenance personnel. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY:
The work consists of supervising citizens and staff assigned to pool facilities. Assigning and performing job duties with staff. Maintaining all equipment, completing daily and weekly documents, and having to supervise large numbers of participants, contributes to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT:
The purpose of this position is to supervise citizens using swimming pool facilities. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of a safe recreation site for citizens.

PERSONAL CONTACTS:
Contacts are typically with co‑workers, general public, coaches, daycare personnel, summer camp personnel, and Red Cross workers.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS:
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, to provide services, to motivate or influence persons, and to justify, defend, negotiate, or settle matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and distinguishes between shades of color.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work is performed outdoors in hot, cold, or inclement weather. The work exposes the employee to machinery with moving parts, contagious diseases, and irritating chemicals. The work week typically runs fifty to sixty‑five hours a week.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:
Ensuring that citizens using the swimming pool facilities are abiding by the Georgia Health Department rules posted.