Lifeguard Attendant (Year Round), Various Locations

Baltimore County; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks is hiring a Lifeguard Attendant (Year-Round) to ensure the safety of swimmers and non-swimmers at Dundalk and Randallstown centers. The role involves enforcing rules, maintaining a clean facility, and providing first aid as needed.

Qualified candidates will have lifeguard experience and ARC certifications, with potential reimbursement for lifeguard certification. Training and background checks are required prior to start.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age by September 1, 2026.
• Must obtain/maintain American Red Cross lifeguard and first aid/CPR/AED certifications.
• Must pass retraining as required during employment.
• Lifeguard certification may be reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Safeguards swimmers and non-swimmers at county aquatics facilities.
• Enforces pool rules with excellent customer service.
• Keeps facilities clean and hazards free.
• Monitors weather and water conditions and alerts patrons as needed.
• Opens/closes facilities and directs water-related activities.
• Provides first aid and assists with general facility safety.

Skills

Lifeguard experience

Customer service

ARC Lifeguard certification

ARC First Aid/CPR/AED

Job description

The Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks is accepting applications for Lifeguard Attendant (Year-Round) at various locations, including Dundalk and Randallstown Community Centers.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under direct supervision, will be responsible for safeguarding swimmers and non‑swimmers at assigned facilities.

Examples of Essential Job Duties

Safeguards swimmers and non‑swimmers who patronize County aquatics facilities, including at Dundalk and Randallstown Community Centers.

• Enforces established pool safety, swimming and facility rules and regulations to the public while providing excellent customer service to patrons.
• Keeps facilities clean and free from hazards.
• Monitors weather and water conditions. Alerts patrons to changing weather and water conditions.
• Performs routine tasks as assigned, such as opening and closing the facilities each day according to scheduled hours, monitoring activities in and around the water, directing swimmers, providing first aid and maintaining cleanliness of facilities.

Qualifications

Performs other related duties as required.

• Must be at least 16 years of age by September 1, 2026

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of lifeguarding experience.
• Current and valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
• Current and valid American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Experience providing customer service.

Licenses and Certificates

During the first two weeks of employment, must prove current and valid American Red Cross certification as a lifeguard and American Red Cross first aid/CPR/AED certification. Must maintain certifications throughout employment.

Must pass retraining requirements as mandated throughout employment.

Lifeguard certification may be eligible for reimbursement.

Conditions of Employment

• During the first two weeks of employment, must prove current and valid certification as an American Red Cross lifeguard and in American Red Cross first aid/CPR/AED. Must maintain certificates throughout employment.
• Depending on need, the department may provide training. Incumbents must make arrangements with their managers.
• Must pass retraining requirements as mandated throughout employment.
• Is subject to call to duty or overtime with little or no notice.
• Hours could be scheduled for any time between 4 a.m. and 10 p.m., Saturday through Sunday. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays and have days off on weekdays.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Must be able to perform the duties of the position without posing a threat to the health and safety of others, as determined by a current and valid lifeguard certification and first aid/CPR/AED certification, as well as a pre‑employment physical exam and drug test.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Facilities may be hot and humid.

Must wear approved swim apparel and other apparel appropriate for operating aquatics facilities.

This position is considered “safety sensitive.”

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening, and employment investigation, including, but not limited to, criminal background, education certification, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Non‑Merit or Non‑Classified, Part‑Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part‑time, non‑merit or non‑classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke Free Workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug Free Workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre‑employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part‑time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Benefits

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre‑tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part‑time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays - Part‑time 30 to 39 hour non‑merit or non‑classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part‑time, non‑merit or non‑classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.