Lifeguard Full Time (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a Lifeguard for the Aquatic Center in Brownsville, Texas, for the 2026-2027 season. This full-time role demands current certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Water Safety Lifeguard, ensuring safety protocols are upheld while supervising pool activities.

The candidate will assist in maintaining a secure environment for patrons, respond to emergencies, and perform necessary maintenance tasks. Competitive pay of $15.70 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Must have certifications in First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard training.
• Experience in settings like day camps or community centers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and enforce Aquatic Center rules.
• Maintain constant vigil on pool area.
• Perform emergency procedures and First Aid.

Skills

Current certification in First Aid and Safety

Current certification in CPR

Current certification in Water Safety Lifeguard

Related experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lifeguard Full Time (2026-2027)

Brownsville Independent School District AQUATIC CENTER - Brownsville, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5729084

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PLEASE UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS UNDER ATTACHMENTS

REQUIRED:

• Current certification in First Aid and Safety
• Current certification in CPR or CPR for the professional
• Current certification in Water Safety Lifeguard from an approved certification program (Jeff-Ellis & Associates Lifeguard preferred)

PREFERRED:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preferred, but not required
• Related experience preferred; work in church-related schools, day camps, youth groups, private schools, community centers, or other similar experiences acceptable to the District

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in upholding and enforcing Aquatic Center rules, administration regulations, and state and local board policy
• Communicates with the public, students, parents, administrators and other pool users in a tactful, effective and professional manner
• Keeps a constant vigil on pool area
• Follows pool procedure for reporting accidents and notifications
• Acts properly and swiftly in the event of an incident or emergency
• Knows and enforces all pool rules and policies
• Practices preventive lifeguarding
• Restricts personal conversation with users while on duty
• Wears only approved uniform and maintains a professional presence
• Performs emergency and first aid procedures according to safety manual and training
• Communicates with pool users to assure safety first
• Helps manage behavior of students, including intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed
• Assures protection of pool facility and equipment
• Uses telephone or other equipment to communicate emergency incidents
• Uses First Aid knowledge and techniques to give emergency First Aid
• Assists individuals with special needs, abilities, learning levels, and physical limitations as needed
• Assists in performance of facility maintenance and water testing tasks as assigned
• Maintains physical fitness and lifeguarding skills through scheduled training
• Attends all staff meetings, orientations and required training
• Participates in special events as assigned
• Provides orientation and assistance to patrons as needed
• Documents time and activity reports as required
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties
• Maintains confidentiality
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior as expected of all District employees
• Maintains professional growth by attending in-service and meetings as requested/required
• Performs other related duties assigned by the Head Life Guard or Aquatic Center Coordinator

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.70 Per Hour