Ce- Lifeguard

Coppell, City of•Coppell, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Coppell is seeking a part-time CORE Lifeguard to ensure a safe, fun, and welcoming aquatic experience for the community. This role involves patrolling the pool area, ensuring swimmer safety, and providing emergency assistance. There is also an opportunity to grow into a swim instructor role for the Learn to Swim Program, teaching essential swimming skills and water safety. The program emphasizes water safety and responsible behavior in and around aquatic environments.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age
Ellis & Associates lifeguard certification is required (provided on-site)
Ability to complete the following prerequisites for Ellis & Associates Lifeguard license: 200-yard swim, retrieve a 10 lb. brick from the bottom of a 12 ft. pool (feet first), tread water for 2 minutes with no hands
Jeff Ellis Swimming Instructor certification required and provided on site (for Swim Instructor role)
Ability to perform and demonstrate all strokes for various levels, including: Front Crawl, Elementary Backstroke, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly (for Swim Instructor role)
Comprehensive understanding of aquatic safety, emergency procedures, and compliance with facility rules
Basic knowledge of water quality testing, pool maintenance, and filtration systems
Familiarity with CPR, First Aid, and rescue techniques as outlined by Ellis & Associates standards
Strong swimming and rescue skills, including proficiency with emergency equipment and procedures
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with patrons and resolving conflicts
Organizational skills
Physical stamina to perform rescues, provide emergency care, and complete assigned tasks

Nice To Haves

Daytime availability, particularly between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Candidates interested in teaching swim lessons should be available on weekday evenings.

Responsibilities

Patrolling the pool area
Ensuring the safety of swimmers
Providing immediate assistance in case of emergencies
Monitoring aquatic areas attentively and responding promptly to emergencies
Performing rescues, providing emergency care, and completing assigned tasks
Assisting and interacting with patrons of all ages and abilities, including those with physical challenges
Managing routine maintenance and responding efficiently to emergencies
Teaching swim lessons (for those interested and certified)