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Temp Seasonal - Aquatics Head Lifeguard

City of Spokane

Parks - Aquatics TEMP SEASONAL

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August 18, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This temporary summer job involves working as a lead lifeguard at public pools in Spokane, where you'll watch over swimmers, handle emergencies, and help train other lifeguards to keep everyone safe.

It's a part-time role from May through August, perfect for energetic people who enjoy working with teams and the public in a fun outdoor setting.

Ideal candidates are responsible young adults with strong safety skills and a passion for water activities.

Key Requirements

  • At least 17 years old
  • Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification (valid through summer)
  • Valid government-issued ID and Social Security Card
  • Pass background check and drug test
  • Knowledge of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to stand for long periods and adapt to changing situations

Full Job Description


FIND WORK THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE!

The City of Spokane's Aquatics Program seeks friendly and motivated team members looking for a fun way to serve the community!

The City of Spokane's Aquatics Program seeks friendly and motivated team members looking for a fun way to serve the community!

Will serve as a lifeguard, primarily responsible for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to all emergencies. Under close supervision of the Aquatics Facility Managers, assist in mentoring, training, and supporting lifeguards. Partakes in management meetings, staff trainings, and carrying out additional duties as assigned by supervisors. Ensures that lifeguarding certification is current and that all lifeguards are fully competent in performing water rescue procedures and coordinates in ensuring safety of patrons in and around the pools while monitoring swimmers and enforcing all safety rules.

Part-time up to 40 hours per week. Season typically runs June through August, with training beginning mid-May.

Requirements

The following Responsibilities and Requirements are functions the individual who holds or desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Serve as a lifeguard
  • Primarily responsibility for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to all emergencies.
  • Assist in mentoring, training, and supporting lifeguards.
  • Attends and participates in management and staff trainings.
  • Assists with pool chemical tests.
  • Additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 17 years of age at time of appointment.
  • Possess a valid government issued ID and Social Security Card.
  • Required to submit to background check and drug test.
DESIRED SKILLS INCLUDE:
  • Thorough knowledge and application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
  • An understanding of facility characteristics, rules, policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates a desire to mentor and train fellow staff to achieve a high standard of professionalism and safety.
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, and flexible enough to make accommodations for unforeseen events.
  • Have excellent communication skills, decision-making skills, and a confident ability to speak with the public and provide good customer service.
  • Willingness to build effective and supportive working relationships with staff and pool patrons.
  • A background in aquatic programs such as swim lessons is encouraged.
MUST possess current (through summer) certifications in American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding.

Requirements of work (with or without reasonable accommodation)
  • Stamina to stand for long periods of time.
NEED OR DESIRE WATER SAFETY TRAINING AND/OR CERTIFICATION COURSES?
Check out these courses!
Catalog - Spokane Parks & Recreation (rec1.com)

This role is considered a safety-sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death. You must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, a criminal background check, a preemployment drug screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions) and a physical and lift test (for some positions).

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/5/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/6/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-spokanecity-5177525