Lifeguard

Part‑Time/Hourly Seasonal Lifeguard Opportunity

We are hiring part‑time lifeguards for City of Richmond’s swim center. Candidates must be adaptable, energetic, reliable and able to work nights, weekends and shifting assignments.

• Maintain constant surveillance to safeguard swimmers and prevent accidents.
• Assist in recruiting, interviewing and scheduling lifeguard personnel.
• Monitor activities, educate and direct swimmers regarding unsafe behavior, respond to emergencies and rescue swimmers in distress.
• Provide first aid care for medical emergencies such as heart attack, bleeding, spinal injury or drowning.
• Maintain records and reports; keep aquatic areas clean and free from hazards; enforce rules and regulations.
• Explain safety policies, procedures and regulations to the public.

• Fifteen (15) years of age.
• Graduation from or enrollment in an institution pursuing a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Current Lifeguard Training Certification from the American Red Cross, YMCA or equivalent.
• Current First Aid and CPR for Public Safety Personnel in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of regulations.

All persons hired on or after October 18, 2021 must be fully vaccinated, including the booster. New employees must provide proof of complete vaccination or an approved medical or religious accommodation before employment may commence.

Apply online by completing the City of Richmond Employment Application. Incomplete applications or those lacking sufficient detail will be rejected. Background check and tuberculosis testing are required as conditions of employment. Applicants will remain on file for six months.

The City of Richmond is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, disability, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation or national origin. All applicants are required to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.