Aquatics Lifeguard; Seasonal

Overview

Love the water? Want a summer job where you stay active, meet great people, and help keep your community safe? The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for seasonal Aquatics Lifeguards to join our team at the Lincoln Public Pools for an exciting summer season! If you’re ready to blow the whistle, make a splash, and be part of a team that keeps summer fun safe, Apply today.

Season starts May 25 and ends August
9. Must be available for skill testing and training in May.

Applicants may indicate the swimming pool of their choice:

• Arnold Heights 4000 N.W. 46th Street
• Ballard 3901 N. 66th Street
• Belmont 12th & Manatt Streets
• Eden 4400 Antelope Creek Road
• Highlands 5511 N.W. 12th Street
• Irvingdale 1900 Van Dorn Street
• Star City Shores 4375 S. 33rd Court
• University Place 2000 N. 48th Street
• Woods 33rd & J Streets

• Actively monitoring pool areas to ensure safety
• Responding quickly and effectively to emergencies
• Enforcing pool rules in a fair and courteous manner to maintain a fun, safe environment
• Providing excellent customer service to swimmers and guests
• Participating in required training and skills testing

• Ability to deal fairly and courteously with the public
• Great communication and customer service skills
• Ability to deal fairly, professionally, and courteously with the public

Compensation and Pay: Starting at $16.50 per hour. Pay is issued by direct deposit only. Candidates must have a valid bank account registered in their name in order to receive wages. This is an unclassified (seasonal) position and not eligible for benefits.

Variable hours between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. daily.

Must be at least 16 years of age or older prior to May 23, 2026. Must maintain current Lifeguard Certification and CPR for the Professional Rescuer Card throughout employment.

Note:

The Parks and Recreation department is FUNdamental to Lincoln.

Our team manages 168 parks, 185.9 miles of trails, 97 playgrounds, over 83,000 street trees, nine public pools, six recreation centers, five golf (and disc golf) courses, five dog runs, a nature center, and beautiful public gardens. Our programs include recreation summer day camps, before and after school programs, clubs and classes for individuals with special needs, adult and youth team sports, nature-based classes and events, swimming lessons, wellness and fitness classes for all ages, and a variety of free events and classes for all ages.