Lifeguard – Two Open Positions

Akml; Unalaska (AK); On-site; USD 28,929 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

City of Unalaska – Department of Parks, Culture, and Recreation (Aquatics Center Division) is seeking Lifeguards for two open positions. Compensation is $24.11 per hour, with responsibilities including supervising patrons, emergency response, and facility maintenance in a fast-paced pool environment.

The role requires current lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, AED, and oxygen provider certifications, plus the ability to learn pool chemistry operations.

Qualifications

• Must maintain valid lifeguarding, first aid, CPR, AED, and oxygen provider certifications.
• Ability to learn and perform basic pool chemistry operations.
• alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire (see Licenses & Special Requirements).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise the activities of patrons of the Aquatics Center; respond to emergencies.
• Administer CPR, oxygen, AED, and first aid as needed.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary facility; inspect and clean equipment; test and record water chemistry.
• Provide information to the public and handle pool admissions using RecTrac; respond to questions; operate center doors as needed.

Skills

Lifeguarding techniques

Swimming techniques

Pool operations knowledge

Verbal & written instructions

Policy enforcement (customer service)

Education

Lifeguarding certification

First Aid certification

CPR certification

AED certification

Oxygen provider certification

Pool chemistry basics

Job description

Job Announcement

City of Unalaska – Department of Parks, Culture, and Recreation (Aquatics Center Division)

Open Date: July 14, 2026
Close Date: Until Filled
Position: Lifeguard – Two Open Positions
Salary: $24.11 per hour

Overview

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Lifeguard in the Department of Parks, Culture, and Recreation (Aquatics Center Division). Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska, is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,250 full‑time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all employee tasks in this classification. The duties shown are designed to provide a representative summary.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for monitoring and supervising the activities of patrons of the Aquatics Center. Must be able to respond effectively to emergency situations and administer needed CPR, oxygen, AED, and first aid to victims. Maintain a safe and sanitary facility; continually inspect and clean the facility and equipment; and test and record the water chemistry. Provide a variety of information to the public regarding Aquatics Center operations and programs; respond to questions; answer the phone; collect pool admissions using RecTrac; open, close, lock, and unlock the center as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Basic knowledge and skills of lifeguarding techniques. Ability to understand swimming techniques. Knowledge of or ability to learn pool operations, as well as the City of Unalaska’s Aquatics Center’s policies and procedures. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Ability to enforce policies and regulations in a customer service environment.

Education & Experience

• Must have valid certifications or ability to obtain valid certifications in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, Automated External Defibrillation (AED), and oxygen provider.
• Ability to learn and perform basic pool chemistry operations.

Licenses & Special Requirements

• Required to have or be able to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to pass all required pre‑employment testing, i.e., criminal background, reference and history, and future random drug testing.
• Must be eligible to work in the US; requirements by Federal Law, if hired, must complete an employment eligibility verification form (I9).
• Maintain active and current certifications and licensing for the duration of employment.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, with possible hours during the week for various other programs.
• Ability to work indoors, in a pool environment, with participants, and with the smell of chlorine and/or cleaning supplies.

Benefits

This position requires less than part‑time hours of work in a given work week and is not eligible for benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER