Austin pools get jump start on hiring staff

AUSTIN (KXAN) — It might not feel like swimming weather right now, but the Austin Parks and Recreation Department is getting a head start on recruiting aquatics workers. It held its first hiring fair Sunday.
The event lets people interested in becoming a lifeguard, pool attendant, cashier, swim instructor or swim coach get ready. They go through an interview and sign up for any training needed.
Officials said there are some big benefits to signing up now.
“The importance of coming in