Summer Lifeguard Job at Eastern Kentucky University (Richmond)

Summer Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor

Summer is just around the corner, and we're building our team of Lifeguards and ...

Location

United States , Brandon

Salary:

16.05 - 17.55 USD / Hour

Alternative HR

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prefer candidates be 16+ years old
Must be able to work outside exposed to sun and heat conditions
Must be able to lift/move up to 25 pounds
Must be able to walk or stand for long periods of time
Must have, or be scheduled to obtain, certification before the pool opens

Job Responsibility

Opening and closing the pool each day according to scheduled hours
Regularly treating the pool with the correct amount of chemicals
Closely monitoring activities related to the pool area, identifying any safety issues throughout shift
Directing swimmers out of water in dangerous conditions
Closely monitoring weather reports to make sure guests remain safe
Providing swim lessons and coaching swim team when applicable
Maintaining a clean pool environment

What we offer

Potential for $.25 or $.50 bonus per hour worked if you complete the season
The City of Brandon will reimburse you the cost of certification if you complete the summer with us

Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

Our swimmers are not only diving into great lessons, our employees are also divi...

Location

United States , Portland

Salary:

16.50 - 22.00 USD / Hour

Goldfish Swim School

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must know how to swim
Passion for helping others
Customer service skills
Patient and genuine
Ability to work the same scheduled days every week
Must be at least 16 years of age
Legally authorized to work in the US
Available to work throughout the summer and fall

Job Responsibility

Preparing class materials and reviewing lesson themes
Teaching 4 swimmers per class (6 swimmers in infant parent-and-me style lessons)
Communicating progress and celebrating accomplishments with parents
Lifeguarding and supervising lessons

What we offer

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Free food & snacks
Free uniforms
Paid time off
Training & development
Paid training
Shallow-water ELLIS Lifeguard Certification courses

Parttime

Swim Instructor

Location

United States , St. Charles

Salary:

15.00 - 17.00 USD / Hour

Goldfish Swim School

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Ability to work with children
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
Must pass background examinations (included with training)
Must be able to work Summer and Fall 2026
Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider required
Two or more years as a swimming instructor required
Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification required

Job Responsibility

Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum
Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents
Makes rescues and administers first aid when necessary
Evaluates students’ progress and completes required paperwork in a timely manner
Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills
Acts as a GSS ambassador to ensure parental satisfaction
Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter
Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness or damage issues
Reports issues to management as appropriate
Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment

What we offer

Leadership roles
Flexible hours
Great pay
Valuable work experience
Increased social opportunities
Future references/referrals
Paid training
Flexible schedules

Parttime

Summer Camp Activity Leader

Bayswater Education is a vibrant network of global educational centres dedicated...

Location

Canada , Toronto

Salary:

19.00 CAD / Hour

Bayswater Education

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must be fluent in English
a second language is an asset
Experience working with teenagers in a camp or extra-curricular activity environment
Minimum one year of relevant experience in higher education and student services
Able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time
Knowledgeable of the city of Toronto
Experience in social media is an asset
Able to manage a large group of people during activities outside the school
Have a flexible schedule, as last-minute changes might happen
Experience being on-call, responding under pressure and competent in managing urgent situations following agreed procedures

Job Responsibility

Lead and facilitate scheduled daytime, evening and weekend activities, ensuring they are fun, safe, inclusive, and well-organized
Supervise students during all assigned activities and excursions, maintaining high levels of supervision -especially for underage students, and adhering to supervision ratios and curfew policies
Monitor student behaviour and wellbeing, offering support to homesick or anxious students, and escalating concerns in line with safeguarding procedures
Take initiative to adapt activities based on weather, student energy levels, or group preferences
Conduct basic risk assessments for all activities and excursions
Ensure health and safety measures are followed at all times, and report any incidents promptly
Keep accurate attendance and incident records for each activity or excursion
Create a positive and enthusiastic environment that encourages participation and engagement
Promote and model respectful behaviour, inclusivity, and adherence to school rules
Collaborate with Student Services teams and Academic staff to ensure a seamless student experience

Parttime

Seasonal Aquatics Director

The MetroWest YMCA Outdoor Center is seeking an energetic, organized, and missio...

Location

United States , Hopkinton

Salary:

Not provided

Buckeye Valley Family YMCA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Current Lifeguarding Certification required
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required
Experience teaching swim lessons required
Lifeguard Instructor, Water Safety Instructor (WSI), or Waterfront certification preferred
Previous aquatics leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to mentor and develop both lifeguards and swim instructors
Comfortable working outdoors in an active summer camp environment

Job Responsibility

Oversee daily operation of the Outdoor Center pool and support waterfront programming
Supervise, schedule, and support lifeguards and swim instructors
Create and manage aquatics staff schedules and coverage plans
Ensure compliance with YMCA, Board of Health, and safety standards
Lead emergency response preparedness, safety drills, and risk management procedures
Conduct regular in-services, trainings, coaching, and staff evaluations
Maintain a positive, professional, and engaging aquatics culture
Ensure pool, pool deck and bathhouse are clean and orderly
Oversee swim lesson programming and instructional quality
Ensure delivery of consistent and progressive swim instruction aligned with YMCA standards

Pool Manager

The Stephanie Gilpin Community Swimming Pool in Macy, Nebraska is seeking two (2...

Location

United States , Macy

Salary:

15.00 - 17.00 USD / Hour

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Experience as a lifeguard is preferred but not required
Supervisory experience is preferred
Successful completion of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications
Must be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or able to pass the certification requirements

Job Responsibility

Supervise the Lifeguard Staff, Lifeguard Schedules, and Daily Operations
Assumes responsibility of assigning daily tasks and lifeguard duty rotations to the lifeguard team, including oneself in the task and rotation schedule
Plans and provides for trainings, team meetings, and activities with the lifeguard staff
Maintains constant watch for accidents or potential accidents at the pool
Takes the lead in providing first aid assistance in case of accident
Enforces rules regarding appropriate pool conduct, warning patrons against hazardous practices such as running, shallow water diving, and flipping from pool edges
Responsible for quality pool discipline, including contacting parents of minors who break pool rules to a high degree and/or are expelled from the pool
Able to work respectfully with supervisor and lifeguarding staff
Responds to community members questions and concerns in a courteous manner
Maintains records, reports and information regarding daily water chemistry, weather conditions, and incidents or accidents

Lifeguard

Seeking highly motivated, self-directed individuals to join our summer pool staf...

Location

United States , Macy

Salary:

15.00 - 16.00 USD / Hour

The Omaha Tribe of Nebraska

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Successful completion of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications
Must pass background check, physical, and pre-employment drug screen

Job Responsibility

Patrols and observes swimming pool areas, deck, and bathhouse
Performs rescues and utilizes his/her Professional Rescuer and Lifeguard training skills in both routine and emergency situations
Enforces facility rules and regulations for the safety and convenience of the public
Assists in the cleaning and upkeep of the pool bathhouse, pool, deck area, and surrounding park areas to include but not limited to skimming, vacuuming and/or sweeping the pool and pool area
Perform work outside in varying summer weather conditions
Cleaning restroom facilities
picking up trash in and around the pool and park area
pulling weeds and mowing the grass in and around the pool area
Painting & maintaining a deck area
checking and recording daily chemical levels of the pool

Lifeguard

ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an im...

Location

United States , El Paso

Salary:

Not provided

Legends Global

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must be 16 years of age or older required
Ability to communicate effectively in the English language
Ability to understand and follow verbal directives and written directions
Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred
Must be able to swim, perform water activities and rescues
Must be able to swim 50 yards (front crawl or breaststroke), swim under water for 10 feet, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from bottom of a pool (shallow water)
Must be able to swim 200 yards (front crawl or breaststroke), tread water for 2 minutes with hands out of the water and retrieve a 10-pound brick from the deepest part of the pool (deep water)
Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, vendors, patrons, and others encountered in the course of employment
Current Ellis & Associates (or equivalent) lifeguard certification preferred or able to attain certification upon hire
Recognizes an emergency and takes appropriate action

Job Responsibility

Enforce all rules and regulations
Provide needed supervision to prevent accidents
Scan assigned areas and never leave unless qualified relief is present
Assist aquatic leadership to ensure smooth operation of the facilities
Participate in in-service training programs for safety, customer service at all water park facilities. Complete all required company trainings and compliance courses as assigned, including but not limited to completion of mandatory 4 hours per month of In-service as per E&A lifeguard certificate qualification
Responsible for the care and maintenance of issued equipment
Keep the water park areas clear of dangerous objects and substances
Immediately report needed repairs to the aquatics/park services supervisor and or manager
Present a favorable, professional public image
Perform related duties as assigned by aquatics supervisor and or manager. Duties may include, but are not limited to, general housekeeping, general maintenance, inspection of equipment and aquatic features within the park

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