What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard (Part-time, No Benefits) (A263120-6), 201, Aquatics position at City of Laredo?
Job Description
RE-POSTED 11/26/2025
Part-Time Position Without Benefits
Performs lifesaving skills, provides instructional swimming lessons to children and adults, and performs routine maintenance on pool and pool facilities. Monitors all activities within the pool facility. Maintains flexible schedule for rotation to various pool sites.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Never
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Seldom
Required Education and Experience
Required Licenses Or Certifications
(Copies of certifications must be attached to the job application)
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
This position is a Part-time position without benefits.
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Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?
What is your highest level of education?
Do you have a valid Lifeguard Certificate? (Note: If you answered "Yes" to this question, please make sure you attach a copy of your certification to your application) (Failure to thoroughly and accurately provide this information in the indicated section may result in your application not being processed)
Do you have a valid First Aid Certificate? (Note: If you answered "Yes" to this question, please make sure you attach a copy of your certification to your application) (Failure to thoroughly and accurately provide this information in the indicated section may result in your application not being processed)
Do you have a valid CPR for Pro Certificate? (Note: If you answered "Yes"to this question, please make sure you attach a copy of your certification to your application) (Failure to thoroughly and accurately provide this information in the indicated section may result in your application not being processed)
Are you aware and understand that the position you are applying for is a Part-time position without benefits? (If No, please contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 so that we may explain in detail).
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Failure to complete all sections of your application, including the "Driver License", "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), and "Agency-Wide Questions" will result in your application not being processed. Please complete the City’s application to include all current and previous work history, relevant education, and any license(s)/certification information that may be required. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification for employment consideration.
RE-POSTED 11/26/2025
Part-Time Position Without Benefits
Performs lifesaving skills, provides instructional swimming lessons to children and adults, and performs routine maintenance on pool and pool facilities. Monitors all activities within the pool facility. Maintains flexible schedule for rotation to various pool sites.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Physically able to perform lifesaving skills, pool maintenance, record keeping, sanitation, and instruction.
- Must be able to perform swimming pool duties as required, such as:
- Maintaining swimming pool facilities
- Sanitation daily
- Vacuuming
- Filtration
- Maintaining pool grounds indoor/outdoors
- Other duties specified by the Aquatic Supervisor
- Must be able to communicate and work well with others.
- Must be responsible, reliable, and prompt.
- Must be able to participate and attend workshops.
- Must establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and the general public.
- Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
- Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
- Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
- Ability to perform lifesaving skills, pool maintenance, record keeping, sanitation, and instruction.
- Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
- Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
- Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
- Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
- Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
- Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
- Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
- Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
- Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
- Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
- Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
- Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Never
- Warehouse environment
- Office or similar indoor environment
- Street environment (near moving traffic)
- Construction site
- Confined space
- Vehicles
- Outdoor environment
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Seldom
- Individuals with known violent backgrounds
- Communicable diseases
- Individuals who are hostile or irate
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
- Moving mechanical parts
- Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Required Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Required Licenses Or Certifications
(Copies of certifications must be attached to the job application)
- Lifeguard Certificate is required
- First Aid Certificate is required
- CPR for Pro Certificate is required
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
This position is a Part-time position without benefits.
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Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?
- I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
- I am a part-time City of Laredo
- I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee
What is your highest level of education?
- Some High School
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
- 30 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- 60 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
- PhD from an accredited college or university
- Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university
- Other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
- None of the above
Do you have a valid Lifeguard Certificate? (Note: If you answered "Yes" to this question, please make sure you attach a copy of your certification to your application) (Failure to thoroughly and accurately provide this information in the indicated section may result in your application not being processed)
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid First Aid Certificate? (Note: If you answered "Yes" to this question, please make sure you attach a copy of your certification to your application) (Failure to thoroughly and accurately provide this information in the indicated section may result in your application not being processed)
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid CPR for Pro Certificate? (Note: If you answered "Yes"to this question, please make sure you attach a copy of your certification to your application) (Failure to thoroughly and accurately provide this information in the indicated section may result in your application not being processed)
- Yes
- No
Are you aware and understand that the position you are applying for is a Part-time position without benefits? (If No, please contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 so that we may explain in detail).
- Yes
- No
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Failure to complete all sections of your application, including the "Driver License", "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), and "Agency-Wide Questions" will result in your application not being processed. Please complete the City’s application to include all current and previous work history, relevant education, and any license(s)/certification information that may be required. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification for employment consideration.
- I have read and understand the above information
- I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation at (956) 791-7480.
- Required Question