Lifeguard & Water-Safety Specialist

Anchorage — Parks & Recreation Department; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Municipality of Anchorage seeks a Lifeguard for the Chugiak Pool in Anchorage. This role involves supervising swimmers, enforcing safety rules, and delivering water safety instruction to children and adults.

The position supports facility operations, responds to emergencies, performs rescues, first aid, CPR, and ensures water quality. Some remote work possibilities after probation may be considered per policy.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard Training (American Red Cross or equivalent) at time of hire.
• First Aid Certification at time of hire.
• CPR for Professional Rescuers at time of hire.
• Background check required as part of employment process.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants to ensure safety of all pool users.
• Communicate information to coworkers, supervisor and the public.
• Provide a wide range of water safety instruction to children and adults.
• Perform facility and grounds security/maintenance; assist in emergencies.
• Perform rescues, first aid, CPR and follow the Emergency Action/Management Plan.
• Maintain swimming pool water quality standards.

Skills

Supervision

Water safety instruction

Public communications

Job description

The Municipality of Anchorage seeks a Lifeguard for the Chugiak Pool in Anchorage. This role involves supervising swimmers, enforcing safety rules, and delivering water safety instruction to children and adults.

The position supports facility operations, responds to emergencies, performs rescues, first aid, CPR, and ensures water quality. Some remote work possibilities after probation may be considered per policy.