2026-2027 Lifeguard / Swim Instructor

Mission Consolidated Independent School District; Mission (CA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

MISSION Consolidated Independent School District in Mission, California, seeks a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor for the 2026-2027 vacancy. Under supervision, you will monitor pool activities, enforce safety rules, and provide skill-based swim and water safety instruction.

Minimum age 17, certifications (lifeguard, First Aid, CPR/AED) preferred or obtainable within 30 days. Prior swimming and lifeguard/instructor experience is valued; excellent communication and the ability to work outdoors in varying

Qualifications

• Minimum 17 years old; college students preferred.
• Certificates required or obtainable within 30 days of employment (lifeguard, first aid, CPR/AED).
• Experience as a swimmer; lifeguard/swim instructor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors swimming activities and ensures policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
• Provides emergency care and treatment until EMS arrival.
• Delivers skill-based swim and water safety instruction for varying ages.
• Maintains professional appearance and high customer service standards.
• Performs maintenance duties to keep the facility clean and safe.
• Prepares and maintains activity reports.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency response

Lifeguarding

Water safety instruction

Communication skills

Pool maintenance

Water conditions evaluation

Education

Lifeguard Certification

First Aid

CPR & AED

Age 17+

Job description

2026-2027 VACANCY

LIFEGUARD / SWIM INSTRUCTOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

REPORTS TO:

Lead Aquatics Facility Manager

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Until Filled

LENGTH OF WORK YEAR:

260

DATE REVISED:

10/02/2023

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:

Non-Exempt

>SALARY RANGE:

$13.25 - $18.29

Minimum - Maximum

PAY GRADE:

AU-01

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Under supervision, ensures the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. Also provides skill-based swim and water safety instruction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

1. Minimum 17 years old, college students preferred
2. Certificates preferred or able to acquire certification within 30 days of employment (on the job training for certification will be provided):
   • Lifeguard Certification
   • First Aid
   • CPR & AED

Experience:

1. Must be an experienced swimmer, preferred lifeguard/swim instructor experience

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

1. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
2. Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
3. Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.
4. Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
5. Ability to use hand tools or machines specific to pool maintenance work.
6. Ability to communicate and demonstrate basic swimming strokes and techniques.
7. Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities to determine any potential dangers or hazards.
8. Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written.
9. Proficient in interacting with people of various ages from diverse backgrounds.
10. Available to work shifts.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Monitors swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensure that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
2. Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
3. Provides skill-based swim and water safety instruction for varying ages.
4. Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintain a high standard of customer service.
5. Performs various maintenance duties as to maintain a clean and safe facility.
6. Prepares and maintains appropriate activity reports.
7. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress and emotional situations. Irregular hours; outdoor and in the pool work; exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather. Physical demonstrations of skills; standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting are expected.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I acknowledge I received a copy of this job description. Employee's Signature: Date Supervisor's Signature: Date The Mission Consolidated Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law.

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