Lifeguard - Student Worker (PUSD Students Only)

Peoria Unified School District; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Peoria Unified School District is seeking a Lifeguard - Student Worker at Raymond S Kellis High School in Glendale, AZ. The role requires strong swimming skills and lifesaving certification, plus CPR training. This is a seasonal position for Fall/Spring completed at Peoria High School.

Responsibilities include supervising swimmers, enforcing safety protocols, performing rescues, and providing first aid as needed. Must be a PUSD student and uphold district safety policies.

Qualifications

• Current Lifeguard certification.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous surveillance of swimmers.
• Enforce safety rules and headcounts around pools.
• Provide warnings and safety information to swimmers at risk.
• Perform rescues and administer First Aid/CPR when needed.
• Ensure pool equipment is safe and report hazards.

Skills

Lifeguarding

CPR

First Aid

Emergency Response

Education

CPR Certification

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Lifeguard - Student Worker (PUSD Students Only) JobID: 24744

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Extra Duties Stipends
• Date Posted: 9/1/2026
• Location: Raymond S Kellis High School - Glendale, AZ

Position Title: Life Guard - Student Worker (PUSD Students Only)
Supervisor: School Administrator
Term of Employment: Seasonal - Fall/Spring

THIS POSITION WILL BE COMPLETED AT PEORIA HIGH SCHOOL

Job Summary

To obtain employment as a lifeguard, one has to be an excellent swimmer along with possessing certification in lifesaving particularly the Red Cross Advanced Lifesaving Certificate. Specific training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is also one of the prerequisites for this position.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include, but are not limited to, the following tasks, duties, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents in this class.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

generally include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Maintain continuous surveillance of people in swimming pools
• Ensure appropriate headcount of people involved in a watersport
• Call out warnings to people who are in imminent danger
• Provide safety information to people prior to them indulging in a water sport
• Supervise swimmers to ensure that they are swimming within the safety protocols
• Spot hazards or potential hazards and take measures to prevent accidents or injuries
• Control and report unruly behavior
• Perform rescues in the event of drowning or swimming accidents
• Perform first aid and CPR according to the demands of adverse situations
• Check safety of rescue tubes and buoys and perform needed maintenance
• Ensure that all pool equipment is stored safely and that any lost items are kept in a safe place
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department.
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.
• Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of applicable Peoria Unified School District and departmental policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

6 months to 1 year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. CPR Certified; Current certification as Lifeguard by a recognized source of training.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to work outside normal working hours
• Must have at the time of application and must maintain a valid Arizona driver's license

Postings current as of 9/3/2026 11:11:47 PM CST.