Lifeguard

Bernalillo County; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Leave accruals

Education assistance program

Job summary

Bernalillo County is seeking a Lifeguard to ensure safe operation at county pool facilities. You will monitor swimming areas, enforce rules, respond to emergencies, and assist with water quality and program delivery.

The role requires NM lifeguard training, CPR certification, and current enrollment in high school or a diploma/GED. Outdoor pool duties are common, with potential for program leadership and supervision.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in high school, high school diploma, or GED required.
• Must be 15 years or older.
• CPR certification required.
• Complete New Mexico lifeguard and safety training.
• Equivalent education or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Monitor swimming areas to enforce safety rules.
• Respond to pool emergencies, perform rescues, initiate procedures, and administer first aid.
• Monitor and adjust pool water chemistry for safety.
• Support swim programs and instructional activities.
• Inspect and clean pool facilities and assist with maintenance.
• Help officiate or assist with swim meets and aquatic events.
• Develop and deliver swim lessons and water safety instruction; maintain records.

Skills

CPR certification

Age 15+

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrollment in High School

Job description

Job Posting Title: Lifeguard Department: Parks and Recreation Location: 415 SILVER AVE SW Pay Range: $15.55 - $20.01 Close Date: November 5, 2026

Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.

The Lifeguard ensures the safety of all individuals at County pool facilities by monitoring swimming areas, enforcing rules, and responding to emergencies. Supports aquatics programming, assists with water quality maintenance, and promotes a clean and safe environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitors swimming areas to prevent accidents and enforces safety rules.
• Responds to emergencies in the pool area, performs rescues, initiates emergency procedures, and administers first aid.
• Assists with routine monitoring of pool water chemistry and adjusts chemical levels to maintain safety standards.
• Supports the implementation and instruction of County-sponsored swim programs.
• Inspects and cleans pool facilities; assists with pool maintenance, including refilling and routine upkeep.
• Officiates or assists with swim meets and aquatic events.
• Develops and delivers aquatic programs such as swim lessons and water safety instruction; maintains accurate records.
• Handles sensitive or confidential information in accordance with County policies.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires current enrollment in High School, High School Diploma, or GED.
• Must be 15 years or older.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified.
• Successfully complete the New Mexico lifeguard and safety training.
• *Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

• Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
• Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
• Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.
• Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.
• Required certification(s) must remain current during employment with the Bernalillo County Parks and Recreation Department and Human Resources Department.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Employee is outdoors 75% of time when assigned to outdoor pool; employee is outdoors 25% of time when assigned to inside pool.
• Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment; however, worker is exposed to wet cement and mat surfaces while working. Outdoor surfaces include concrete, asphalt, ramps, stairs, wood decks, and ladder chairs.
• Work hazards or potential work hazards include the exposure to dangerous emergency situations involving rescue, hazardous chemicals, and possible exposure to bodily fluids from persons with life-threatening diseases.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

• Employee handles writing utensils, various paperwork, files and reports in the documentation of statistical reports, daily pool chemistry logs, daily bank deposits, and ordinary office record keeping.
• Employee handles hazardous materials (possible cancer-causing particles), to include chlorine gas, chlorine bleach, hydrochloric acid, sodium bisulfate, sodium thiosulfate, carbon dioxide gas, sodium bicarbonate, calcium chloride, muriatic acid, calcium hypochlorite, and other such pool chemicals.
• Employee utilizes a filter mask when handling some hazardous chemicals.