Head Lifeguard – Parks and Recreation
The Town of Sudbury Parks and Recreation Department is currently hiring for the position of Head Lifeguard. This is a full-time (35 hours per week), benefits-eligible position responsible for supporting the safe and effective daily operation of the Atkinson Pool, an 8 lane, 25-yard lap pool with a separate diving well. Atkinson Pool is located at the recently renovated Fairbank Community Center, a beautiful facility that also features a gym, multi-sport courts, multiple classrooms/spaces among other amenities.
The Head Lifeguard provides lead-level oversight of lifeguard staff and performs lifeguarding duties, enforces pool rules, responds to aquatic and facility emergencies, assists with water quality monitoring, and helps maintain a safe, clean, professional, and welcoming aquatic environment for patrons and staff. Work schedule may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and other hours based on facility operations and programming needs.
We are seeking candidates with strong lifeguarding, swimming, rescue, emergency response, communication, customer service, leadership, and interpersonal skills. The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and current, nationally recognized Lifeguard Certification, including current CPR/AED and First Aid certification appropriate for professional rescuers is required.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $23-25/hour (35 hours per week); starting salary is based on qualifications. Opening, closing and weekend hours required. Sudbury offers excellent benefits, including health, dental, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a pension and optional retirement savings accounts.
To apply, email your resume and cover letter to jobs@sudbury.ma.us. This position is open until filled. Contact Human Resources with questions: hr@sudbury.ma.us or 978-639-3348.
The Town of Sudbury is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.