TEMP Lifeguard II - Head Lifeguard

City of Pleasanton • Pleasanton, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pleasanton is seeking a Head Lifeguard to join the Library and Recreation Department. This part-time, temporary role involves leading daily operations at the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center (DBAC), ensuring the safety of participants, programs, and staff. Head Lifeguards take a leadership role during school-year operations, potentially opening or closing the facility, with a current focus on weekend and closing shifts. This position offers a dynamic, outdoor environment where leadership, safety awareness, and customer service contribute to high-quality aquatic programs for the community.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old and a high school graduate.
• Currently certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, and AED.
• Experienced as a lifeguard for at least two years.
• Available to work consistently during the school year, including weekends and closing shifts.
• Able to lead staff, manage customer interactions, and support daily aquatic-facility operations.
• A strong communicator who can act professionally, make sound decisions, and remain calm under pressure.
• Cashier-experienced or willing to complete cashier training.
• Must be available to consistently work during the school year.
• At least 2 summer seasons or 1 summer season and 1 school year working as a Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor.

Nice To Haves

• Senior lifeguard experience is preferred.
• Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Training Instructor, and/or Title 22: First Aid for Public Safety Personnel certified, or willing to pursue these desirable qualifications.
• Title 22: First Aid for the Public Safety Personnel certification.
• Water Safety Instructor certification.
• Lifeguard Training Instructor certification.
• Cashier experience highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safety of aquatic programs, participants, and staff at the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center.
• Open and/or close the aquatic facility during assigned school-year shifts.
• Lead staff and serve as the person in charge when supervisory staff are not present.
• Take the lead during emergencies and help ensure staff follow established safety procedures.
• Participate in the lifeguard rotation and perform secondary duties as needed.
• Support lap swim, water exercise classes, swim team practices, swim meets, and other aquatic programs.
• Assist with planning and leading off-season staff trainings.
• Provide cashier and front-desk support as needed after completing cashier training.
• Lead and supervise large groups of staff during major swim meet events.
• Teach swim lessons when needed, if Water Safety Instructor certified.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Meaningful role in helping provide safe, enjoyable aquatic programs.
• Valuable leadership experience by supervising shifts, supporting staff, and serving as the lead when management staff are unavailable.
• Active, outdoor environment and direct engagement with community members.
• Variety in work, supporting lap swim, water exercise, swim team activities, swim meets, front-desk operations, and staff development.
• Part of a team-oriented aquatic program with opportunities to mentor and work alongside younger staff.
• Build experience in facility operations, emergency response, cashiering, and large-event staffing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED