Seasonal Lifeguard

Final date to receive applications:
Friday, July 31, 2026, 4:30pm Central Time. New

Scott County is accepting online applications for the following position.

Job Title: Seasonal Lifeguard

Closing Date/Time: Friday, 7/31/2026, 4:30 pm

Under general supervision, the Lifeguard provides a clean safe swimming environment along with proper swimming instruction for classes or various levels. Protects patrons and exercises lifesaving technique when necessary.

• Assists the Manager in opening and closing the facility for the season.
• Provides safe swimming environment; provides life guarding, first aid and safety functions as necessary; may operate rescue motorboat as needed at West Lake Park; may conduct swim lessons at Scott County Park.
• Performs custodial duties to include cleaning restrooms and bath houses daily; picks up litter around the grounds and parking lots, cleans sinks, shower stalls, toilets and floors.
• Performs routine maintenance and grounds keeping duties associated with the swimming area as assigned.
• Assists the manager in testing and maintaining required water quality standards.
• Demonstrates the ability to exemplify, by his/her actions, the County PRIDE philosophy.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Knowledge of:

• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Swim rescue and first aid procedures.

Skill in:

• Administering first aid and CPR.
• Maintaining composure in stressful situations.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

License and Certification Requirements

• Must possess Lifeguard, CPR, AED and First Aid certifications.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• May be required to perform swimming rescue and first aid procedures.