Lifeguard - Part-Time

City of Lenexa, Kansas; Lenexa, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

On-site clinic

Retirement contribution

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Parental leave

Disability plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Lenexa is seeking a responsible, safety-focused Lifeguard to oversee the daily operation of our swimming pools. This part-time, benefitted position works 25-30 hours weekly with a varying shift schedule between 4:45am and 4:00pm, Monday through Friday.

You will supervise patrons, enforce pool rules, and respond to emergencies using CPR, first aid, and water rescue techniques. Training and maintenance duties are also part of the role.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard with Water module (or willing to obtain before start date). This certification includes First Aid/CPR/AED certifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of all pool patrons.
• Respond to emergencies with lifesaving techniques, including CPR, first aid, and water rescues.
• Maintain lifeguard training standards by attending required in-service trainings.
• Provide excellent customer service while enforcing safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with daily facility setup, cleaning, and pool maintenance.
• Complete required reports and records, including incident reports, first aid logs, and daily operation logs.
• Perform routine safety inspections of the pool, deck, restrooms, and surrounding areas.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment or report necessary repairs.
• Follow all safety, sanitary, and organizational regulations.

Skills

Lifeguard cert

First Aid CPR

Water safety

Education

Must be 16+

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

The City of Lenexa is looking for a responsible and safety-focused Part-Time Lifeguard to oversee the daily operation of our swimming pools.

Position Summary

This role ensures the safety of all patrons, enforces pool regulations, and maintains high training and maintenance standards.

Schedule

This is a part-time, benefitted position expected to work 25-30 hours a week. The varying shift schedule will be between 4:45am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of all pool patrons.
• Respond to emergencies with lifesaving techniques, including CPR, first aid, and water rescues.
• Maintain lifeguard training standards by attending required in-service trainings.
• Provide excellent customer service while enforcing safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with daily facility setup, cleaning, and pool maintenance.
• Complete required reports and records, including incident reports, first aid logs, and daily operation logs.
• Perform routine safety inspections of the pool, deck, restrooms, and surrounding areas.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment or report necessary repairs.
• Follow all safety, sanitary, and organizational regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum:
  • Must be at least 16 years old.
  • American Red Cross Lifeguard with Water module (or willing to obtain before the start date).
    • This certification includes First Aid/CPR/AED certifications
• Preferred:
  • Previous lifeguard experience and certifications such as American Red Lifeguard Instructor, or Water Safety Instructor.

Lifeguards will be exposed to heat, humidity, and noise typical of an aquatic facility. The role requires frequent standing, walking, reaching, and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. Candidates should be comfortable with physical activity and working in conditions typical of an indoor pool facility.

Compensation and Benefits

The rate of pay is $15.50 - $17.97 per hour dependent on qualifications and directly related experience.

• Low-cost premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic
• 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year
• Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year)
• Six weeks of paid parental leave
• City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 per year

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen. Completion of a standard background check is required for applicants aged 18 or older.