Senior Lifeguard & Pool Operations Lead

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

University of New Mexico is seeking a Lead Lifeguard to supervise student lifeguards across three UNM aquatic facilities. The role combines active water surveillance with leadership, ensuring policy and safety compliance under state regulations.

This position acts as shift supervisor during emergencies and handles event logistics for university groups. The Lead Lifeguard will coordinate guard rotations, mentor new staff, perform safety audits, and maintain equipment and logs to support a safe

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a degree-seeking program at UNM and taking at least 6 credit hours.
• Standing as a student employee while meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress if on Work Study.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across three aquatic facilities; supervise lifeguard staff.
• Lead incident response and enforce university policies and state regulations.
• Coordinate staff rotations, onboarding, and monthly trainings.
• Conduct safety audits and ensure equipment readiness and recordkeeping.
• Perform swim assessments and manage groups; ensure safety boundaries and life jacket rules.
• Maintain water quality and perform routine pool maintenance tasks.
• Lead emergency EAP actions and document incidents and headcounts.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Policy enforcement

Safety audits

Water safety

Group management

Record keeping

Education

Currently enrolled UNM student (6+ credit hours)

Job description

University of New Mexico is seeking a Lead Lifeguard to supervise student lifeguards across three UNM aquatic facilities. The role combines active water surveillance with leadership, ensuring policy and safety compliance under state regulations.

This position acts as shift supervisor during emergencies and handles event logistics for university groups. The Lead Lifeguard will coordinate guard rotations, mentor new staff, perform safety audits, and maintain equipment and logs to support a safe