Lifeguard I

avon; Avon (CO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match of 3.75%

Recreation Center pass

Earn Paid Sick Leave

Flexible Scheduling

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

The Town of Avon, Colorado, is seeking a Lifeguard I for part-time and year-round work. This role involves professional aquatic duties aimed at ensuring the safety of patrons at the Recreation Center. Successful candidates will need valid certifications and prior lifeguard experience.

Benefits include a retirement match, flexible scheduling, opportunities for advancement, and more. Join our dedicated team to help maintain a vibrant community atmosphere while ensuring public safety.

Qualifications

• Must maintain current LGT, First Aid, and CPR certifications.
• At least 6 months of experience as a lifeguard or a combination of education and experience.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol tests.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard the activities of the patrons at the Town of Avon Recreation Center.
• Check assignment sheets for additional responsibilities.
• Maintain and store equipment properly.
• Enforce rules politely and fairly.
• Attend in-service training sessions and meetings.
• Handle patron and staff complaints.

Skills

Lifeguard Training Certification

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Education

9th grade education

Job description

Come Join the Town of Avon Team!

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Avon, Colorado, is more than a destination - it’s a place to call home. Here, visitors and residents alike enjoy living, working, and playing in a breathtaking outdoor setting.

At the Town of Avon, we’re the driving force behind what makes this community thrive. From fixing potholes to hosting events in stunning Nottingham Park, to teaching swim lessons at our 40,000 sq. ft. full-service Recreation Center, to ensuring public safety, our dedicated team makes it all happen.

We offer a variety of opportunities in fantastic locations, backed by supportive leadership and excellent benefits. Whether you’re seeking a full‑time career or a seasonal part‑time job, the Town of Avon is the perfect place to grow, contribute, and make a difference. What are you waiting for? Join our team today!

Position Overview

The Town of Avon, Colorado, is accepting applications for a Lifeguard I - Part-Time/Year-Round

The Lifeguard I - Part-Time/Year-Round position performs a variety of professional aquatic duties including safeguarding the activities of the patrons at the Town of Avon Recreation Center.

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Essential Functions

1. Checks assignment sheets and message board for any additional responsibilities or requests upon completing guard station rotations and before taking breaks
2. Maintains and stores equipment properly
3. Demonstrates consistent, fair and equal treatment in disciplinary action, enforcing rules politely and with a positive attitude
4. Works closely with the Recreation Services Supervisor and Recreation Programs Supervisor to ensure quality communication between Aquatics and other divisions
5. Attends in-service training sessions and meetings
6. Handles patron and staff complaints while on duty and/or refers them to a manager, if appropriate

Why Work for the Town of Avon?

• Retirement match of 3.75%
• Avon Recreation Center pass
• Earn Paid Sick Leave
• Spanish Language Initiative
• Flexible Scheduling
• Opportunities for Advancement

Town of Avon Culture and Values

• PublicService:Wearecommittedto an effective, community-focused organization that passionately engages and serves our residents, property owners, businesses, and guests.
• Openness:Weareopen,transparent,complete,objectiveandrespectfulofopposingviewswithallTownofficialsandwiththe public inourdecisionsandactions.
• Leadership:Weperformour work with commitment, passion, collaboration, fairness, honesty and courage to elevate our performance, the performance of our co-workers, and the character of our community.
• Integrity:We are professional, ethical, responsible and accountable in our decisions and actions.
• Stewardship: We are custodians and stewards of the Town's financial, physical, environmental and natural resources on behalf of current and future generations.

Qualifications

• A 9th grade education with at least 6 months experience as a lifeguard or a combination of education and experience. Must maintain current LGT, First Aid and CPR certifications
• Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test and may be subject to random, unannounced drug and alcohol testing as outline in the Town’s Drug & Alcohol Policy

Special Requirements

• A background check and reference checks will be required prior to employment.
• The Town of Avon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Deadline Date: 6/25/2026