Aquatics Coordinator
Simon Molyneux
Originally from London, England, Simon has been Brushy Creeks Aquatics Coordinator since January 2007, he has an extensive background in Aquatics with over 12 years experience managing Aquatic facilities. Simon also has 20+ years experience as a competitive Swimmer and Triathlete, where he competed at every level of competition from District level up to International level in both sports.
Certifications:
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor, NSPF Certified Pool Operator License #78-228644
Other certifications: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Sports Massage Therapist.
Contact information:
Please contact Simon with enquiries or concerns regarding Lifeguarding, Red Cross programs or any pool related issue.
e:mail s.molyneux@bcmud.org
Office phone: 255-7871 x212
Head Lifeguards
Ben Rondeau - Creekside Pool
Ben is a Senior at Texas State University San Marcos ("Go Bobcats"). He has been a Lifeguard since the age of 15 and has enjoyed the Aquatic environment his whole life. A competitive swimmer since the age of 9, Ben has enjoyed being a swimmer and a coach for many years and aims to continue for the fore seeable future. 2007 was Ben's first summer with the District where he was hired as a Lifeguard, and then quickly moving into the position responsible running the Swim Lesson program for the remainder of the summer. 2008 was Ben's opportunity to help supervise the Lifeguard staff after he was promoted to Head Lifeguard, some of his strengths are his attention to detail, his passion to make the Pool's a safer place and being a team player, Ben is a great asset to the District. Ben recently became a certified Lifeguard Instructor, he will now be able to use his new skills helping the Aquatic Deptartment certify people to become Lifeguards and instruct CPR/AED and First Aid classes.
Taylor Gilbert - Cat Hollow Pool
Taylor is a sophmore at Texas A&M University ("Whoop!!") in College Station. He has been a Lifeguard at Brushy Creek since the age of 15. He swam competitively from the age of 7 years old. In the past, Taylor enjoyed swimming in a local Summer League. In his senior year he was voted as Captain of the Swim Team at McNeil High School. After 3 years as a Lifeguard, Taylor was promoted to Shift Leader where he helped supervise the Lifeguard team. In 2008, Taylor accepted the postion of Head Lifeguard at Cat Hollow pool. He enjoys a challenge and likes keeping himself busy. His favorite things are practising his Lifeguard skills and playing 'Animal Ball' at in-service training. He is a great member of the lifeguard team.
Lindsay Shultzaberger - Sendero Pool
Lindsay grew up in Fairfax, VA. She became a lifeguard in 2004, when she moved to Austin in 2006. At that time she started working for the District as a Lifeguard. She graduated from McNeil High School in 2007, and has spent most of her life as a competitve cheerleader, aswell as summers working at the pool. Next year Lindsay will be a Junior at the University of Texas ("Hook em") with a double major in fashion marketing and journalism. In her spare time Lindsay enjoys training for Triathlons. Her focus this summer is supervising and motivating the Lifeguard staff and helping keep there skills sharp at our weekly in-service training sessions. Lindsay is a valued member of the team.
Lifeguard Team
All Brushy Creek Lifeguards are trained to be responsible for ensuring the safety of patrons using the District pools by preventing, recognizing and responding to all aquatic emergencies. Other responsibilities include: Enforcing all aquatic facility policies, rules and regulations and participate in a weekly In-service training sessions designed to keep skills up to date with current lifesaving techniques and maintain a good level of fitness in preparation for the demands of the job as a Lifeguard.
Minimum entry level requirements include: American Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid certification, American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. We also accept YMCA lifeguard certifications
Summer Job???
Positions available for Lifeguards, Shift Leaders, Head Lifeguards and Swim Instructors
If you are intrested in joing the team please complete the employment application form and send it to the HR Dept. If possible please enclose a copy of your current certifications with your application.