Lifeguard - Seasonal

General Description

For the duration of summer camp, this position will monitor swimmers at indoor and/or outdoor City pools, maintain strict observance to safety rules and procedures; perform rescues for distressed swimmers using rescue techniques and equipment; teach Learn to Swim and track progress for youth and seniors.

Seasonal Position
Parks & Recreation
Lifeguard I
Posting Expires:
Open Until Filled
Salary: $16.00

Works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

• Rescues distressed swimmers using rescue techniques and equipment in an indoor or outdoor 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 municipal 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.
• Inspects safety equipment such as life rings, extension poles, emergency stretchers or accessories, emergency medical kits, personnel lifts to ensure that all are in good working order.
• Report 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 such as water polo.
• Competent swimming skills, strength and stamina to perform tasks of a lifeguard.
• Lifeguard certification.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Water safety training.
• Ability to compile, prepare and maintain an assortment of reports and records.

• Lifeguard Certification (can be obtained through COA's Lifeguard Training Program).
• First Aid/CPR (can be obtained through COA's Lifeguard Training Program).
• Must pass background checks for criminal and child protective findings.
• Must pass a drug screening.
• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Water Safety Instructor Certification (preferred).
• First Aid/CPR (as above) and Lifeguard certification (as above) are required.

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