Lifeguards and Swim Instructors

Position Title

Lifeguards and Swim Instructors

Job Posting Closing Date:
OPEN FILE RECRUITMENT

Provo City is looking for high-performing, responsible individuals to join the Aquatics team in the role of lifeguard, water safety/swimming instructor, and related capacities at the Provo City Recreation Center. Civic-minded individuals interested in supporting the services provided to the residents of Provo City by performing the duties described herein are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Details

• Lifeguard $12.00 per hour.
• Swim Instructors $13.00 per hour.
• Water Aerobic Instructors $15.00 per hour.

Successful performers are eligible for a $0.50 per hour pay increase every 6 months for up to 2 years.

Provo also pays a specialty rate for events outside of normal job hours.

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following perks: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only);

and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What will I do?

Lifeguards

• Lifeguard and instruct water safety courses at the Provo Recreation Center.
• Monitor swimmers and patrons.
• Provide first aid.
• Rescue swimmers/patrons when necessary.
• Employees will also assist staff members as needed and perform other related work as required.

Swim Instructors

• Teach Red Cross sanctioned water safety and swimming classes.
• Employees will also assist staff members as needed and perform other related work as required.

What do I need to apply?

• Be 16 years of age (or 15 with restrictions) at time of appointment.
• A current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification*
• A current American Red Cross WSI Certification
  * or equivalent AND/OR teaching swim experience (for Swim Instructor)
• Provo will provide training opportunities to obtain the above certifications if you do not already have them.
• Preference given to applicants with Advancing Lifesaving Certification.

Hours

Up to 25 hours per week, flexible between business hours of operation. Some weekend shifts are required.

Physical and Environmental Factors

This position requires: physical strength and agility to perform the work, including, rescuing, standing, bending, and swimming during instruction and safety assistance; the ability to work in various weather conditions; work with the public in potentially stressful situations; and regular exposure to the sun and pool chemicals.

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted and kept on file for 60 days, after which they will be removed from the application process. Applicants must be eligible to apply as indicated above to be included. If selected for hire, applicant will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal.

Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live
. Provo has been awarded the “Best Performing City” three years in a row, and we were ranked the ‘Best Run City in America’ by Wallet Hub for 2025. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled

Hours:

25