Supervising Lifeguard

Britt Music & Arts Festival; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 44,441 - 49,001; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PERS retirement plan

Access to fitness center

Job summary

Britt Music & Arts Festival is hiring two full-time Supervising Lifeguards in Medford, Oregon. The role focuses on creating a safe and welcoming aquatics environment, requiring leadership skills and a commitment to service.

Candidates should have lifeguarding experience and relevant certifications. Benefits include medical, retirement, and wellness programs. If you're ready to advance your aquatics career and lead a team, apply now at Medfordoregon.gov!

Qualifications

• Two seasons of lifeguarding experience in a formal recreation setting.
• Two years of progressively responsible aquatics experience.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard certification required.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe aquatic environment.
• Support staff development and training.
• Deliver effective programs for the community.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Judgment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Discover Medford: Employment, Applicant Support, and Benefits within Our Vibrant City

Turn your aquatics experience into a leadership opportunity where your impact is felt every day. The City of Medford is hiring two full‑time Supervising Lifeguards to help create a safe, welcoming, and high‑performing aquatics environment at Rogue X. This is a great opportunity for an experienced aquatics professional who is ready to lead others, support staff development, and help deliver programs that make a meaningful difference in the community. We are looking for someone who brings confidence, sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a genuine commitment to safety, service, and team success.

If you are ready to take the next step in your aquatics career and help shape a positive experience for both staff and guests, we would be excited to hear from you! Go to Medfordoregon.gov to apply for this position!

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent;
• Minimum of two seasons of lifeguarding experience in a formal recreation setting. A season is defined as at least 12 weeks of experience.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible aquatics program and/or lifeguard experience, including lead worker, training, mentoring, or supervisory responsibilities.
• A bachelor’s degree in recreation management, leisure services, education, business management, or other specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for one (1) year of aquatics program experience, but may not substitute for required leadership, or supervisory experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
• First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification
• Swim lesson instruction experience
• Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification
• Aquatic Facility Operator/Certified Pool Operator (AFO/CPO)

Available Schedule:

• Five 8‑hour shifts per week, generally Monday – Friday, with rotating weekend shifts as scheduled.

Compensation & Information on Benefits:

This position is part of the Non‑Represented employee group.

The anticipated hiring range for the Supervising Lifeguard position is $32.26 (first step) to $33.87 or $35.57 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.

Healthcare Benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy‑up to a lower deductible plan.
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance – policy value of $50,000 paid by the City.
• Long‑term disability insurance provided by the City.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA‑VEBA) contributions provided by the City.

Retirement Benefits:

• Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee.
• PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee’s (6%) contributions.
• Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employee’s retirement planning.

Additional Benefits:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• The City’s Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually.
• Access to the City’s fully equipped fitness center 24/7.

Go to Medfordoregon.gov to apply for this position!