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Clovis parks report nationwide lifeguard shortage locally; starting pay raised to $14.50, recruitment push planned
Summary
Parks staff told the committee that lifeguard shortages — reported as part of a nationwide trend — have left several full‑time and part‑time positions unfilled; the city increased starting lifeguard pay to $14.50 and staff will expand recruitment and advertise training.
Parks staff told the committee that lifeguard staffing shortages — a challenge they described as “nationwide” — are affecting local pool operations and leading to intermittent closures.
“We've had continual shortage staffing shortages. There's no way not to say it,” Russell said, explaining current vacancies. He said two of three full‑time lifeguard positions are filled (one vacancy), two of four part‑time with benefits positions are filled (two vacancies) and the department has about 25…
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