Lifeguard - Rehires / Former Workers Only

City and County of Denver•Denver, CO

5d•$19 - $26

About The Position

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills, and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Application Requirements for Former Workers Note: This posting is intended for former Denver Parks and Recreation employees who have been invited to return to work in their previous role as a Lifeguard. Submitting a rehire application will help expedite the rehire process. Applications will be referenced against former employee records. External applications and/or those who have not previously held a Lifeguard position with Denver Parks and Recreation cannot be considered through this job posting. While a resume is not required, please indicate that you have previously worked for the City and County of Denver in your application. Schedule Requirements Most indoor and outdoor pools are open 7 days per week during the summer. Our ideal Lifeguard candidate is committed to working at least 20 hours per week during the busy summer season, has availability to work on weekends, and limited extended time-off during the 9-week outdoor pool season. Location Our hiring efforts are primarily focused on staffing indoor and outdoor pools for the Summer 2026 season. To view a map of the City and County of Denver’s 32 indoor and outdoor swimming pools and determine your preferences for work locations, visit the Find a Swimming Pool page . What We Offer Lifeguards with DPR are paid $19.29/hour. On-call positions are eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan. This position is not eligible for other additional benefits. Don’t have a lifeguard certification? No problem! Lifeguard training and certification is provided for FREE with your commitment to work for the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR). This is an on-call position, which means it is a part-time, hourly role. We offer flexible scheduling around class schedules, extracurricular activities, and other home or life demands so you can help keep your community safe and active at the pool at the times that work for you. Depending on the staffing needs of the recreation center or outdoor pool they are assigned to, on‐call positions may have a routine or variable work schedule and will work no more than 39 hours per week. What You’ll Do Make a splash and earn some cash! The City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is seeking seasonal outdoor pool Lifeguards to gear up for the best summer yet! DPR offers flexible scheduling around class schedules, extracurricular activities, and other home or life demands so you can help keep your community safe and active at the pool at the times that work for you. Join the team and work where you play!

Requirements

Our ideal candidates are strong swimmers with an enthusiasm for engaging with the public and a deep appreciation of their role in keeping visitors safe in and around the water.
Additionally, candidates will be expected to consistently demonstrate reliability and professionalism.
Our ideal Lifeguard candidates are committed to working at least 20 hours per week during the busy summer season and have availability to work on weekends.
This position requires a valid American Red Cross certification in Lifeguard Training.
Applicants who do not possess current certification may participate in an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification course led by Denver Parks and Recreation prior to employment for FREE.
To participate in the required Lifeguard Training Certification course, applicants must successfully complete a swimming pre-test consisting of two elements.
Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest: Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.) Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs. Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.
Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.) Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 – 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
Must be at least 15 years old at time of application, per lifeguard certification requirements.
Possession of current Lifeguard Training Certification from one of the following agencies: American Red Cross, NASCO, Ellis & Associates, Star Guard within the first month of employment.
Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment

Nice To Haves

Our ideal candidates will also already possess a certification in lifeguard training.

Responsibilities

Perform critical public safety duties related to the operation of Denver’s municipal indoor and outdoor pools including supervising swimming areas, enforcing rules and regulations, and responding to emergencies
Provide friendly and knowledgeable customer service to pool visitors
Perform regular upkeep and cleaning of pool spaces and equipment
Teach swimming lessons
Perform minor maintenance work on pool equipment
Provide recreation center front desk assistance or other facility operations support
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

Benefits

On-call positions are eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan.
Lifeguard training and certification is provided for FREE with your commitment to work for the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR).
We offer flexible scheduling around class schedules, extracurricular activities, and other home or life demands so you can help keep your community safe and active at the pool at the times that work for you.

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