Seasonal Lifeguard (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Keller ISD is hiring a Seasonal Lifeguard for the Keller Natatorium to help ensure a safe swimming environment. Immediate starting date with duties on the pool deck, enforcing rules, and assisting patrons under lifeguard supervision.

The role requires Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR/First Aid certifications, with one year of lifeguard experience preferred. This is a part-time position with an hourly rate and required safety training.

Qualifications

• Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• One year lifeguard experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Model safety rules and enforce pool regulations.
• Scan pool area to identify safety concerns.
• Respond to emergencies as trained in lifeguard/CPR procedures.
• Complete incident reports for accidents/injuries.
• Perform routine pool maintenance and uphold cleanliness.

Skills

Pool safety

Accident prevention

Swimming endurance

Communication skills

Education

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Red Cross CPR/First Aid Certification

Tools

Rescue tube

Spine backboard

AED

Radio communication equipment

Safety equipment

Wheelchair lift

Job description

Seasonal Lifeguard (2026-2027)

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Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Provides a safe environment for all pool patrons and swimmers in the pool and on the deck area; assists in supporting the rules, regulations, and safety of the pool facility within the lifeguard certification.

BASIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• Model core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties in an effective and efficient manner for the purpose of supporting and contributing to the achievement of district goals.
• Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of persons using the natatorium.
• Scan pool area in order to detect safety concerns and practice preventative lifeguarding.
• Consistently scan pool for distressed swimmers.
• Respond to emergencies in an appropriate manner as taught by the lifeguard, first aid, and CPR training.
• Complete an incident report for all accidents and injuries.
• Perform all facets of general pool maintenance.
• Enforce and adhere to all rules and regulations of the pool.
• Request assistance from head lifeguard or natatorium manager to maintain discipline of swimmers if needed.
• Maintain an acceptable appearance at all times with regard to both uniform and personal hygiene.
• Initiate the Natatorium Emergency Action Plan (EAP) when appropriate.
• Attend required monthly lifeguard training.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Utilize effective communication skills; ensure that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Employee Standards of Conduct.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of pool safety
• Knowledge of how to prevent accidents and how to react if there is an accident
• Ability to swim long distances with great strength
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Equipment Used: Safety equipment, rescue tube, spine backboard, automated external defibrillator, wheelchair lift, radio communication equipment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Red Cross Professional Lifeguard Certification
• Red Cross CPR/First Aid Certification

Experience:

• One (1) year successful lifeguard experience (preferred)

MENTAL/PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Exposure to high humidity
• Exposure to normal chemical hazards in pool water (chlorine, sodium bicarbonate, soda ash)
• Periodic movement (pulling) of floatable bulkheads
• Visual acuity
• Crouching/kneeling in operation and movement of lane reel/lane ropes and operation of handicap lift
• Moderate lifting
• Sitting (elevated lifeguard stand), standing
• Work on slippery surfaces

INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $15 Hourly Rate

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 350 Keller Parkway
• Keller, Texas 76248
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]