http://www.austintexas.gov/department/parks-and-recreation

City of Austin - Parks & Recreation Department

Lifeguard

May 2016 - August 2023 • Austin, TX

What I liked

Great people, great location, being able to swim in the cold water to cool off is perfect for an outdoor summer job.

What I wish was different

Growth opportunities aren’t absent but are quite limited.

Advice

Make sure you know you’re training and are confident in your abilities. Show up to work WELL RESTED.
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Activity Specialist

June 2021 • Austin, TX

What I liked

Being able to work with children where the priority was making sure they all had fun!

What I wish was different

The activity schedule for the days.

Advice

Go in everyday with your main goal being to have fun!
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Lifeguard instructor

April - August 2019 • Austin, TX

What I liked

Autonomy of instructors, worked to solve challenging and unique issues as they arose, overtime pay, supportive supervision staff

What I wish was different

Advice

teaching original certification classes is more challenging due to having to introduce completely new concepts, but students are more receptive than in recertification classes
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