HOURLY - Lifeguard

City of Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established city department is seeking dedicated Lifeguards to ensure the safety of pool patrons. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to community recreation while developing essential skills in safety and emergency response. Lifeguards will monitor activities, administer first aid, and enforce safety rules, all while providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will be certified in lifeguarding and possess strong communication skills. Join a team that values professionalism and safety in a vibrant community environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and possess a Lifeguarding Certification.
• Bilingual skills are desirable for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard pool and patrons while monitoring activities.
• Administer First Aid and enforce pool rules.

Skills

First Aid

Lifeguarding

Effective Communication

Customer Focus

Problem Solving

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification

Job description

Career Opportunity:

The City of Las Vegas Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs department invites applications for Lifeguard.

This is an hourly, part-time position with scheduled hours limited to 19 hours or less per week. The shift varies based on program and facility needs. Hourly employees are limited to 1,560 hours in any 18-month period.

Supervision Received

Receives general supervision from higher-level supervisory or management staff.

Pool Locations

• Municipal Pool • 431 E. Bonanza Road
• Pavilion Pool • 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive
• Doolittle Pool • 1940 N. J St.
• Garside Pool • 250 S. Torrey Pines Drive
• Carlos L. Martinez & Darrio J. Hall Pool • 889 N. Pecos Road
• Baker Pool • 1020 E. St. Louis Ave

Interview Process

Candidates will complete a 10-minute swim followed by a hiring interview. Please bring appropriate swim attire.

Physical Testing Details

Candidates must pass a swim test demonstrating:

• Swim 150 yards using front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination (no back or side swimming), with the first 100 yards timed under 1:45.
• Tread water for 2 minutes with legs only, optionally with a 10 lb. brick.
• Swim 50 yards using front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination.

Note: The standard for the 100-yard swim is under 1:45. If not met, a re-swim may be required. The tread must be performed with a 10 lb. brick held out of the water for 1 minute. Each test attempt is single; candidates may retry until passing.

Skill Drill

• Swim 20 yards from water surface, dive to 13 feet to retrieve a dummy or brick, then swim back 20 yards on the back, and exit without a ladder. Time limit: 1 min 40 sec. Only one attempt allowed.

All physical tests are pass/fail. Candidates can reschedule retries until they pass each component.

Selection Process

The process includes application review, interviews for the most qualified, and possibly a hiring interview. Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check. Some positions require additional background checks.

Applicants will be contacted only if progressing to the interview stage; active applications remain for 4 months.

Job Duties

• Safeguard pool and patrons
• Monitor activities to prevent accidents
• Administer First Aid
• Caution swimmers about unsafe practices
• Enforce pool rules
• Provide pool information to patrons
• Set up/take down equipment for events
• Maintain cleanliness
• Possible coaching duties

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 16 years old

Training

• Ability to read/write at a successful job performance level
• Bilingual skills are desirable
• Attend all mandatory trainings

License/Certificates

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification (desired at application, required before hire)
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass physical swim test

Competencies

Core Workforce Competencies include professionalism, effective communication, customer focus, adaptability, problem solving, productive partnerships, and technical and safety expertise.