Head Lifeguard at City of Fitchburg – Fitchburg
City of Fitchburg
Fitchburg, 14203155
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Job Summary:Under the close supervision of the Director of Parks and Recreation, the Head Lifeguard is responsible for performing all essential and professional duties to ensure the effective performance of all lifeguard personnel. Assist the Director of Parks and Recreation in the training, scheduling, and end-of-season performance assessment of all lifeguard staff members. Responsible for confirming the status of staff members’ lifesaving certifications are current. Serve as Supervisor to lifeguard staff and ensure all lifeguards are fully competent in performing water rescues and all lifeguard-assigned duties. Assists in supervising the Pool Front Desk, Concessions Staff, and Lifeguard 1 positions. Must be certified and able to teach swim lessons at the pool. Ensure the safety of patrons and enforce adherence to all safety rules, regulations, and procedures. Certification and clothing reimbursement are paid at the end of the season.
Full Job Description: Head Lifeguard Recreation 02 2026
Disclaimer:
The City of Fitchburg is an Equal Opportunity (EOE)/Affirmative Action (AA) Employer. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The responsibilities and duties listed below are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
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*Lifeguards who teach water safety and child and/or adult swim lessons will earn an additional $2 per hour during swim lessons.* **Returning City of Fitchburg Recreation Division employees will receive an additional $.50 per hour for each year worked for the City of Fitchburg Recreation Division.**
Application Special Instructions:
To be considered for this position interested applicants must complete the application and upload a cover letter (Attn: Brittney Fish, Interim Director of Human Resources) and resume in addition to any other required and/or requested documents. All application materials must be received to be eligible for consideration.
Full Job Description: Head Lifeguard Recreation 02 2026
Disclaimer:
The City of Fitchburg is an Equal Opportunity (EOE)/Affirmative Action (AA) Employer. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The responsibilities and duties listed below are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Advertisement:
*Lifeguards who teach water safety and child and/or adult swim lessons will earn an additional $2 per hour during swim lessons.* **Returning City of Fitchburg Recreation Division employees will receive an additional $.50 per hour for each year worked for the City of Fitchburg Recreation Division.**
Application Special Instructions:
To be considered for this position interested applicants must complete the application and upload a cover letter (Attn: Brittney Fish, Interim Director of Human Resources) and resume in addition to any other required and/or requested documents. All application materials must be received to be eligible for consideration.
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