Part-Time Lifeguard: CPR/First Aid Pro

City of Cortez, Colorado; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Cortez, Colorado is hiring a part-time Lifeguard to help keep our aquatic facility safe, welcoming, and ready for the public. This entry-level role focuses on surveillance and prompt action to protect patrons.

Responsibilities include monitoring swimmers, enforcing pool rules, responding to emergencies with first aid and CPR, and performing routine safety checks. Salary: $16.10 - $17.08 per hour.

Qualifications

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training/First Aid certification.
• Current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification.
• Ability to pass pre-employment lifeguarding skills/knowledge testing.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• At least 15 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring swimmers and enforcing pool rules consistently.
• Preventing incidents through proactive scanning and clear communication.
• Responding to emergencies, providing rescues, first aid, and CPR as needed.
• Completing routine safety checks and maintaining readiness of rescue equipment.

Skills

Lifeguard Training/First Aid

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

Pre-employment testing

Endurance

Age 15+

Job description

The City of Cortez, Colorado is hiring a part-time Lifeguard to help keep our aquatic facility safe, welcoming, and ready for the public. This entry-level role focuses on surveillance and prompt action to protect patrons.

Responsibilities include monitoring swimmers, enforcing pool rules, responding to emergencies with first aid and CPR, and performing routine safety checks. Salary: $16.10 - $17.08 per hour.