Lifeguard I (Seasonal)

Temporary Summer Lifeguard Position

This is a temporary summer-only position. Under general supervision, the Lifeguard's primary responsibility includes guarding the pool, ensuring the safety of all patrons, enforcing the pool rules, maintaining cleanliness and sanitary conditions around the pool facility, and implementing the emergency protocols as needed. This position is also responsible for administering aquatic programs and activities as set forth by the Department, including teaching swim lessons, coaching the youth swim team, supervising group swim activities, and assisting with other aquatic activities.

Responsibilities

1. Guard the pool, including the supervision of patrons and the entire pool facility, in accordance with local board of health regulations.
2. Prevent emergencies by scanning the pool in a continuous and consistent manner, and perform assists or rescues as needed.
3. Assist in the development and implementation of various aquatic programs and activities, such as, but not limited to, swimming lessons, youth swim team, stroke clinics, lap and recreational swims, family swims, and water aerobics, among others.
4. Maintain accurate daily pool records (including chemical treatments and backwashing when required) as well as sustain sanitary conditions in and around the pool, locker rooms, shower areas, and toilets.
5. Ensure that pools meet all health and safety standards, including a clean and safe environment, appropriate air and water temperature, chemical balance, and timely pool water testing and backwashing.
6. Comply with the Department's uniform regulations as required by the local health code.
7. Attend all required in-service trainings.
8. Perform required lifeguard surveillance and ensure that there is always a lifeguard on duty whenever the pool is being used.
9. Enforce the Department's pool rules and regulations to ensure adherence to the code of conduct and in an effort to prevent emergencies.
10. Perform related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• Qualified applicants must have a current Certification in Lifeguard Training. The certification includes Lifeguard skills, First Aid, and CPR/AED.
• Knowledge of pool health and safety standards is preferred, or the willingness to learn.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including evenings and/or weekends as needed.
• Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the position.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail, multi-tasking skills, and be able to work under pressure.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team-oriented work environment and diverse organization, including continuously interacting and working with individuals from different backgrounds and cultures.
• A work permit is required for candidates 16-17 years of age.

Cori & Sori check required. This position has received a waiver from the Boston Residency Commission establishing a temporary moratorium on the City of Boston Residency Ordinance for a period of three years, ending January 4, 2027. Terms: Union/Salary Plan/Grade: SEIU/CC-7 Hours Per Week: 35 Anticipated Start Date: June 22, 2026 Anticipated End Date: September 7, 2026