Natatorium | Lifeguard

Young World Physical Education; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,077 - 23,887; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a part-time lifeguard for the Helen P. Brown Natatorium in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and possess strong swimming skills, as well as certifications in CPR and First Aid.

The lifeguard will ensure the safety of all pool guests, enforce rules and regulations, and provide assistance as needed. The position offers competitive hourly pay between $15.30 and $17.34, and requires a commitment to maintaining a safe swimming environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old; 15 years old minimum.
• Ability to swim 200 yards nonstop using freestyle or breaststroke.
• Knowledge of rescue skills and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifeguard services and monitor swimming pool activities.
• Enforce compliance with pool rules and regulations.
• Administer first aid when necessary.

Skills

Swimming competency

CPR certification

First Aid knowledge

Oral and written communication

Job description

Fort Wayne Community Schools Helen P. Brown Natatorium – Fort Wayne, Indiana. Open in Google Maps

Natatorium | Lifeguard

Job Details

Job ID: 5734353

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Provide lifeguard services and monitor swimming pool activities to maintain a safe, healthy and controlled environment for guests; enforce and assure guest compliance with pool rules, regulations and policies. Prepare pool for all activities.

Qualifications

The incumbent must be 15 years old; age 16 is preferred. Must be able to swim 200 yards nonstop using freestyle or breaststroke, tread water continuously for at least 2 minutes, retrieve a 10‑pound brick from the bottom of the diving well, and be able to climb out of the pool without using the stairs or ladder. Incumbent must be knowledgeable in rescue skills, CPR, First Aid and AED, and have strong oral and written communication skills. Incumbents must possess knowledge of the aspects, methods, practices, procedures, equipment and terminology used in the assigned field, and must hold an International Lifeguard Training Program license.

Essential Functions

1. Provide lifeguard services and monitor swimming pool activities to maintain a safe, healthy and controlled environment for guests; observe Natatorium pool activities in accordance with established guidelines, policies and procedures.
2. Enforce and assure guest compliance with pool use, diving board, lap swimming and other applicable rules, regulations and policies; respond to complaints from guests, staff and others; report incidents and guest behavior problems to appropriate authority.
3. Observe and control behavior of guests in the pool and surrounding area in accordance with approved policies and procedures; assure guests remain in authorized areas of pool.
4. Identify pool health and safety issues, threats and incidents; enter pool and swim to‑rescue and retrieve guests as needed; utilize rescue tube; inspect and assure proper operating condition of rescue equipment.
5. Respond to emergency situations in accordance with established policies and procedures; administer first aid to guests as necessary.
6. Greet and provide general information and assistance to pool guests; assure non‑students in pool area are authorized visitors.
7. Monitor and assess equipment and activities for safety concerns; make adjustments as necessary to assure security, safety and well‑being of swimming pool guests.
8. Maintain routine records and logs related to trainings and assigned activities; prepare medical and incident forms as needed.
9. Install and remove lap lanes as needed; assist in setting up for and cleaning up after swim meets.
10. Assemble chair lift for guests as needed; assist guests with entering the pool as required.
11. Maintain pool, locker rooms and other facilities in a neat clean and orderly condition; pick up and dispose of trash; hose down deck.
12. Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate.
13. Attend and participate in various meetings and in‑services as assigned.
14. Perform related duties as assigned by the Administrator to meet the particular needs of the building/unit.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and hear, to have dexterity of hands and fingers, to sit and stand for extended periods of time, and to perform assigned duties that require bending, kneeling, twisting, and reaching overhead, above shoulders and horizontally. The employee will be required to push/pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Must be able to swim at least 200 yards of freestyle/breaststroke without stopping, retrieve a 10‑pound brick from the bottom of the diving well, tread water continuously for at least 2 minutes, and climb out of the pool without the use of the stairs or ladder.

Position Type & Salary

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $15.30 to $17.34 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required