Lifeguard

httpsladgovcomjobopenings; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lifeguard at Kirtland Aquatic Center will provide continuous supervision of swimmers and maintain a safe aquatic environment. The role includes monitoring activities, enforcing safety rules, responding to emergencies, and supporting daily facility checks.

Responsibilities include CPR/AED/First Aid, water rescues when needed, enforcing rules, and reporting safety or equipment concerns. English communication and background checks are required for this position.

Qualifications

• Current Lifeguarding/Water Rescue, CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to pass required swimming proficiency tests (300-yard swim, water tread, deep-water brick).
• Ability to meet base access/background requirements and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor swimmers and respond to aquatic emergencies.
• Perform CPR, AED, First Aid, and water rescues when required.
• Enforce pool rules, promote safe swimming, and provide professional customer service.
• Conduct daily safety inspections of rescue equipment, pool areas, and logs.
• Assist with pool maintenance, water-quality checks, and reporting safety or equipment concerns.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Water Rescue

CPR/AED

First Aid

English Proficiency

Job description

Schedule:

Part-time/Full-time position based on operational requirements. Work will be performed Monday through Friday during Kirtland Aquatic Center operating hours of 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Federal holidays are normally excluded unless otherwise requested.

Summary:

The Lifeguard will provide continuous supervision of swimmers and ensure a safe aquatic environment at the Kirtland Aquatic Center. The position is responsible for monitoring pool activities, enforcing safety rules, responding to emergencies, performing rescue operations, assisting with daily facility checks, and maintaining required operational records.

Requirements:

• Current Lifeguarding/Water Rescue, CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.


• Ability to pass required swimming proficiency tests, including a 300-yard continuous swim, two-minute water tread, and deep-water brick retrieval.


• Ability to meet base access/background requirements, complete required safety training, and communicate effectively in English.

Duties:

• Continuously monitor swimmers and respond immediately to aquatic emergencies.


• Perform CPR, AED, First Aid, and water rescues when required.


• Enforce pool rules, promote safe swimming practices, and provide professional customer service.


• Conduct daily safety inspections of rescue equipment, pool areas, and operational logs.


• Assist with pool maintenance, water-quality checks, cleanliness, and reporting safety or equipment concerns.