Lifeguard

Make a splash in your career, keep our community safe, and have fun doing it!

The City of Newport is looking for energetic, responsible, and service-minded individuals to join our team as Lifeguard I at the Aquatic Center.

As a Lifeguard, you won’t just be watching the water, you'll be protecting lives, building community trust, and creating a safe and welcoming space for families, kids, and guests of all ages.

• Keep a watchful eye on patrons in and around the pool area.
• Be ready to jump into action with water rescues and first aid when needed.
• Educate guests on pool safety rules — and lead by example!
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.
• Deliver excellent customer service to all visitors.

• A professional, safety‑first mindset.
• Strong swimming skills and rescue readiness.
• A passion for helping people and serving the community.
• A calm and confident presence during emergencies.

• Knowledge
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  Basic office equipment, Lifeguard techniques and philosophies, aquatic program rules, swimming instruction, water safety, and general recreation profession objectives.
• Skills
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  Adequate swimming and water rescue skills, use of rescue equipment, computer and office equipment proficiency, customer service, interpersonal communication, reasoning and problem‑solving, and dedication to safety protocols.
• Abilities
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  Establish and maintain professional relationships with city personnel and the public, effective oral and written communication, confidentiality, rescue skill execution, multitasking, discretion, teamwork, attention to detail, sustained alertness, reliable scheduling, and safety rule compliance.

The position requires frequent sitting, standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, and manipulating objects. It demands sustained focus, lifting materials up to 25 pounds routinely, up to 50 pounds occasionally, and rarely more than 100 pounds. Manual dexterity, strength, and coordination are required about 40% of the time to operate AEDs, rescue backboards, lane lines, pool lifts, rope swing, pool vacuums, computers, keyboards, and office equipment.

Movement up an approximately 6‑foot ladder is occasionally necessary. Physical strength, endurance, and visual and hearing acuity are essential for water rescue duties.

• CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• Lifeguard certification within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of basic water safety at the time of hire.
• Blood Borne Pathogen training within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum age: 16 years.

Work is primarily indoors in a recreational/swimming pool setting with exposure to humidity, water, and chemicals. Uniform and proper footwear are required while on duty.

All applications must be submitted through the online application system:  Only complete applications will be considered.

The City of Newport is an EEO employer and veteran’s preference provider. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.

The City of Newport follows Oregon law regarding Veterans’ Preference in Public Employment. If you are requesting Veterans’ Preference, you must complete the Veteran’s Preference Form and attach a copy of your DD214/DD215. Disabled veterans must also provide a Veteran’s Administration benefit summary or award letter.