Summer Lifeguard

JOB  – Summer Lifeguard – Part‑time, temporary positions beginning 06/03/2026 - 08/31/2026.

• Position Type:
  Community Education - Recreation / Summer Lifeguard
• Date Posted: 2/20/2026
• Location:
  
  Northfield Community Education Center
• Date Available:
  
  06/03/2026
• Closing Date: 03/16/2026
• District:
  Northfield Public Schools

Scheduled Hours/Days:
As needed, part‑time.

• Applicant must be age 16 by May 15 to apply.
• Applicant must provide proof of current lifeguard certification.

Pay Rate/Range: $15.02/hr - $16.37/hr.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

• Lifeguards will attend staff training the evening of June 3rd, and attend one to two further trainings throughout the summer.
• Lifeguards will be alert to patrons, and be prepared to respond to all situations requiring attention, whether on deck or in the pool.
• Lifeguards will arrive at least fifteen minutes early and ensure the lesson venue is safe and ready for patrons.
• Lifeguards will wear a rescue tube and provide their own whistle and stocked fanny pack.
• Lifeguards will remain at lifeguard post and stay focused throughout the duration of lessons.
• Lifeguards will maintain order of the facility, most specifically with regards to patron behaviors while in the water and on deck.
• Lifeguards will oversee child behavior, and with the help of the program supervisor and recreation coordinator, implement the disciplinary action plan as needed.
• Lifeguards will be prepared to execute the EMS plan and know how to respond to emergency situations.
• Lifeguards will communicate any concerns to the recreation coordinator.
• Lifeguards will keep track of time worked and record on timesheet.
• Lifeguards will openly communicate with the recreation coordinator, in a timely manner, regarding vacation requests, program issues, etc.
• Lifeguards will be required to guard for up to two Saturday swim lesson dates, or two evening swim lesson dates.

Interested applicants should apply online thfieldschools.org by March 16, 2026.

Application Materials:

Questions regarding this position:

Melissa Bernhard

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EOE. Employment is contingent upon completion of a background check.