RECREATION ASSISTANT (LIFEGUARD)
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Lifeguard Special Service
City of Detroit
General Services
Location
Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Salary
$31,980 - $31,980
per year
Type
Closes
April 1, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This lifeguard position involves watching over swimmers at city pools or beaches in Detroit, enforcing safety rules, providing first aid when needed, and keeping the area clean and orderly.
It's a seasonal or part-time role in the parks and recreation department, paying about $15 per hour.
A good fit would be someone who's at least 18, physically fit, comfortable in water, and enjoys helping people stay safe while having fun.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 18 years old
- Pass a 300-yard swim test (200 yards front crawl, 100 yards breaststroke)
- Demonstrate water skills: treading water for 2 minutes with legs only, brick retrieval swim, back boarding, and rescues
- Obtain CPR certification within one week of hire
- One year of lifeguard experience (preferred)
- Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate (preferred)
Full Job Description
GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT RECREATION DIVISION
SEEKING LIFEGUARDS
Under general supervision, monitors water-related recreational activities at a municipal swimming pool or beach.
Requirements
Monitors swimming activities and responds to problem situations.
Administers first aid.Enforces requirements for bathing before entering pools.Inspects patrons for infectious skin diseases and cleanliness of body.Monitors activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures and to maintain order.Assists/instructs individuals learning to swim.Arranges lifesaving equipment around pools.Enforces beach rules and regulations.Ensures the cleanliness of assigned areas, including, but not limited to the pool, first aid room, and guard’s room.Issues bathing suits, towels, and lockers.Cleans foot basins and refills with clean water.Ensures that the beach is clear of debris.Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications Qualifications (required):High School graduation or GED.Qualifications (preferred):One (1) year of experience as a lifeguard.
Additional Information Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:A valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate is preferred, but not required.
200 yards front crawl, using rhythmic breathing, having a stabilizing and propellant kick.
100 yards breaststroke, using pull, breath, kick, and glide sequence.
- Candidates considered for placement in this classification must be able to successfully perform the following activities:
Back boarding.
Treading water for two (2) minutes, using only legs.
Swimming twenty (20) yards, retrieving a brick, and returning holding brick with both hands.
Rescues.
Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
CANDIDARE NOTIFICATION WILL BE SENT WITH SCHEDULE OF SWIM DEMO DATES.
Physical DemandsMust be physically and mentally capable of performing all of the duties of the classification.
Work Environment
Employees in this class are assigned to municipal swimming pools or a beach.
LIFEGUARD Ages: 18 & up
$15.38/HR
CITY OF DETROIT PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT LIFEGUARD TRAINING
LOCATIONS & TIMES
Adams Butzel Recreation Center
10500 Lyndon
Detroit, MI 48238
Friday 5:00p – 6:30p
Saturday 4:00p – 5:30p
Northwest Activity Center
18100 Meyers Road
Detroit, MI 48235
Friday 6:00p – 7:000p
Heilman Recreation Center
19601 Crusade
Detroit, MI 48205
Tuesdays 6:00p – 7:30p
Thursdays 6:00p – 7:30p
Patton Recreation Center
2301 Woodmere
Detroit, MI 48209
Thursday 6:00p – 7:00p
Saturday 3:00p – 4:30p
PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR RESUME & ALL RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION TO YOUR APPLICATION.
Evaluation Plan
- Swim Demo Pass/Fail
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 100%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
- Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point
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