Lifeguard Position Available In Chatham, North Carolina

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Lifeguard
Salary $15.00 Hourly Location Pittsboro, NC Job Type Temporary Job Number 2024-00218 Department Parks & Recreation Opening Date 04/16/2025 Closing Date 4/28/2025 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Non-Exempt

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Become a part of the best local government in North Carolina click “” in the top right corner. All sections of the application, including work experience, MUST be completed. Please include the last ten (10) years of employment history. Incomplete applications may be rejected. Applications are stored on a secure site accessible only by authorized personnel. Your application can be saved and used to for more than one (1) job opening. Chatham County is an equal opportunity employer and will consider reasonable accommodations as required by law. Chatham County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Chatham County does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for our positions at this time. •

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We recommend you sign up for text message alerts when you create your account. If you have issues with submitting your application, please contact Neogov Applicant Support at 1-855-524-5627. Return to the Chatham County Homepage. Job Description Chatham County is seeking hardworking and vigilant individuals to join our team as a Lifeguard at Northwest District Park. Lifeguards will be overseeing the pool while summer camps are in session, in addition to guarding for private events on the weekends. Lifeguards will be responsible for preventing and responding to emergencies, enforcing safety rules, and providing exceptional customer service. This position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on the well-being of our community while gaining valuable experience in aquatic safety.

Hours and Pay Weekday Hours:

June 9-August 22, Monday-Friday, 12:30pm-4:30pm

Weekend Hours:

Opportunities to work private weekend events on Saturdays and Sundays from June 1-September 1, 11:00am-5:30pm
Lifeguards will be compensated $15.00 per hour. Essential Functions Monitor swimming pool and deck and enforce safety rules to prevent accidents and promote a safe and enjoyable experience for patrons.
Perform regular surveillance of the pool and surrounding areas, scanning for potential hazards or unsafe behaviors.
Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, including water rescues, injuries, or medical incidents, following established protocols and procedures.
Administer first aid and CPR as needed, providing care and assistance to injured or distressed individuals until further medical help arrives.
Communicate with patrons in a professional and courteous manner, providing information about pool rules, safety guidelines, and facility amenities.
Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the pool area, including opening and closing facility duties. Participate in training sessions and in-service meetings to maintain and improve lifeguarding skills and knowledge of emergency procedures. Collaborate with fellow lifeguards, facility staff, and management to ensure effective communication and teamwork in all aspects of pool operations.
Complete required documentation, incident reports, and log entries accurately and promptly, documenting any incidents, observations, or maintenance issues. Minimum Qualifications Lifeguards must have a Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, and AED certification valid through September 1, 2025. If the applicant is not currently certified, there is an opportunity for an in-house lifeguard certification. Please contact Mallory Peterson for details on this opportunity.
Lifeguards must be at least 16 years old by June 1, 2025. Chatham County is fully committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) principles and issues this anti-discrimination/EEO compliance clause to support and maintain employee’s rights and responsibilities relating to equal employment. The core of equal employment opportunity is the right to work and advance on the basis of merit, ability, and potential, free from prejudice or discrimination. In accordance with the applicable anti-discrimination statutes, executive orders, and other authorities, Chatham County protects employees against discrimination, to the fullest extent of law, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, whistleblower activity, parental status, and military service (past, present, or future), and against retaliation for participation in EEO activity or opposition to discrimination. Employer
Chatham, County of (NC)
Address
12 East St Pittsboro, North Carolina, 27312