Lifeguard II - Seasonal

Lifeguard II - Seasonal at City of Atlanta

General Description: For the duration of a seven‑week camp, this position will monitor swimmers at indoor City pools, maintain strict observance of safety rules and procedures, perform rescues for distressed swimmers using rescue techniques and equipment, and teach Learn to Swim while tracking progress for youth and seniors.

Job Description:
THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION

Parks & Recreation

Lifeguard II

Posting Expires:
Open Until Filled

Salary: $16.50

Supervision Received: Works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures along with verbal and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

• Rescues distressed swimmers using rescue techniques and equipment in an indoor municipal pool setting.
• Examines injured persons and administers first aid or CPR, if necessary.
• Contacts emergency personnel in case of serious injury.
• Patrols or monitors assigned area of indoor pool and ensures that all safety and health rules are being followed.
• Teach Learn to Swim for youth and seniors using approved agency modules; track progression using resources provided.
• Completes and maintains records.
• Maintains quality of pool water by testing chemical levels.
• Facility maintenance including but not limited to cleaning restroom toilets, sinks, urinals, showers, floors, office areas, pool deck, entrances and walkways.
• Warns swimmers of inclement weather, unsafe areas or safety infractions.
• Assists with Camp Best Friends operations outside of pool as requested.
• Inspects safety equipment (e.g., life rings, extension poles, emergency stretchers, medical kits, personnel lifts) to ensure all are in good working order.
• Reports deficiencies deemed unsafe for pool operations and/or that may cause harm to patrons.

• Knowledge of all rules, regulations and laws governing pool operations.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry related to pool maintenance.
• Knowledge of water sports (e.g., water polo).
• Competent swimming skills, strength and stamina to perform tasks of a lifeguard.
• Skills to attain Lifeguard certification.
• Skills to attain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Skills to attain Water Safety training.
• Ability to provide group leader support to less experienced lifeguards.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize assignments and work activities.
• Ability to compile, prepare and maintain reports and records.

1–2 years of lifeguard experience or 3 summers.

Must pass background checks for criminal and child protective findings.

Must pass a drug screening.

High school diploma or GED with 2–3 years of lifeguard experience.

Water Safety Instructor Certification.

First Aid/CPR

Lifeguard certification

• City of Atlanta required training June 1–5, 2026.
• Summer staff will be required to work an 8‑hour shift Monday–Friday from June 8–July 24, 2026; vacation requests during this time will not be approved.
• All summer staff must wear a bathing suit (one‑piece for females, swimming trunks with lining for males) and be actively involved with campers during swim times. Staff is not required to know how to swim or teach swim lessons.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Other

Industries:
Government Administration