Lifeguard
Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of all pool patrons by preventing, recognizing, and responding to aquatic emergencies. This position maintains a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for community members of all ages participating in open swims, lap swims, lessons, and special events.
Areas of Responsibility
- Patron Safety & Surveillance
- Facility Operations & Maintenance
- Community Relations & Customer Service
- Administration & Professionalism
Qualifications & Requirements
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding (or equivalent)
- First Aid and CPR/AED
- Must be at least 15 years of age
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to command respect from pool patrons
- Ability to remain calm, focused, and decisive in high-stress emergency situations
Physical & Environmental Demands
- Prolonged sitting or standing in an elevated guard chair; ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs; ability to swim distance and submerge to retrieve objects/persons from the deep end
- High-humidity, loud acoustic environment typical of indoor public pools; exposure to pool chemicals (chlorine, acid) and warm temperatures
Position reports to: Director of Community Education
Application Deadline: open and ongoing
Salary Information: $14.14/hour with the ability to advance and/or work in other community education programs.
Application Process: Apply online to job posting at:
Questions: Abbey Lang Director of Community Education Delano Public Schools #879 , ext. 1101