Lifeguard — Flexible Summer Hours & Safety Leader

Midwest Pool Management; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Midwest Pool Management is hiring Lifeguards for the upcoming summer season to keep guests safe at aquatic facilities across the Kansas City area. This part-time, seasonal role offers mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays, with a starting pay of $15.50 per hour.

Ideal candidates are responsible, alert, physically capable, and enjoy working with people in an outdoor setting. Training and certification are provided; Head Lifeguard positions may have higher rates.

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older by the Lifeguard Certification Class date.
• Ability to swim.
• Available to work part-time, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong observational skills to ensure safety guidelines.
• Strong verbal communication with guests, team members, and management.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and transport 50+ feet to perform rescues or move equipment/chemicals safely.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guest safety by enforcing policies, rules, and regulations.
• Recognize and respond effectively to emergency situations.
• Participate in regular in-service training (minimum of 4 hours per month).
• Keep facility clean, organized, and visually appealing.
• Proactively assist guests by answering questions and providing directions.
• Maintain knowledge of facility programming: swim lessons, family fun days, water aerobics, swim team, tot time, river walking, and other activities.
• Represent Midwest Pool Management and the assigned facility in a professional manner at all times.
• Know your schedule and arrive to work on time and prepared.
• Wear the required company uniform while on duty.
• Additional responsibilities apply for Head Lifeguard positions.

Skills

Ability to swim

Observation skills

Verbal communication

Physical stamina

Job description

Midwest Pool Management is hiring Lifeguards for the upcoming summer season to keep guests safe at aquatic facilities across the Kansas City area. This part-time, seasonal role offers mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays, with a starting pay of $15.50 per hour.

Ideal candidates are responsible, alert, physically capable, and enjoy working with people in an outdoor setting. Training and certification are provided; Head Lifeguard positions may have higher rates.