Lifeguard

Reports To: Aquatic Center Coordinator

Location: Aquatic Facility

Job Summary

The Lifeguard is responsible for maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for all patrons at the aquatic facility. This position includes monitoring swimmers, enforcing pool rules, handling admission money, maintaining cleanliness throughout the facility, and providing courteous assistance to patrons.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1.  Lifeguarding & Safety

• Monitor pool activities continuously to ensure the safety of all swimmers and
• Enforce all pool rules and safety
• Identify potential hazards and unsafe behavior and address them
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, including performing water rescues and providing first aid or CPR when required.
• Remain alert and attentive while on duty at all

2.  Patron Interaction & Customer Service

• Greet patrons and provide a welcoming
• Answer questions regarding pool rules, schedules, and facility
• Address patron concerns in a respectful and professional
• Communicate rules and expectations clearly to maintain a safe

3.  Cash Handling & Admissions

• Collect admission fees and handle money
• Provide accurate change and maintain an organized cash
• Follow established procedures for tracking and securing
• Assist with end-of-shift cash reconciliation if

4.  Facility Cleaning & Maintenance

• Maintain cleanliness of the pool deck and surrounding
• Assist with basic pool cleaning duties as
• Clean and restock bathrooms and changing

• Pick up trash and ensure the facility remains orderly and
• Report any safety hazards or maintenance concerns to supervisors

5.  Professional Conduct & Workplace Expectations

• Work cooperatively with other lifeguards and staff
• Attend required trainings and staff
• Maintain a professional and attentive presence while on

Personal Cellular Device Policy

• The use of personal cellular devices is strictly prohibited while on lifeguard duty.
• Cellular devices may only be used during designated breaks and away from the lifeguard station or assigned duty area.
• This policy ensures lifeguards remain fully attentive to patron safety at all

Qualifications

• Current Lifeguard Certification (such as through the American Red Cross or equivalent).
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid
• Strong swimming ability and rescue
• Ability to remain alert, responsible, and professional in a public safety

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended
• Ability to observe and respond to activity in and around the
• Ability to perform physical rescues when

Work Environment

• Indoor or outdoor aquatic
• Exposure to sun, water, humidity, and pool
• Work may include weekends, holidays, and varying