Lifeguard Summer 2026 - City of Fresno
About The Position
The City of Fresno PARCS Department is hiring lifeguards who are excited, motivated, and ready to make a difference. This role offers an opportunity to build leadership skills, work with a great team, meet new people, and help create a safe and positive summer for kids in our community. The PARCS department is gearing up for summer activities in AQUATICS. To be assigned to a pool as a lifeguard, applicants will be required to pass the Lifeguarding Certification Course which includes CPR and First Aid, provided by the Red Cross. This course will be provided by the City of Fresno for applicants after completion of the hiring process. Under supervision, lifeguards closely monitor pool area activities and swimmer safety; resuscitate and administer first-aid and CPR to swimmers and determine if medical care is necessary and notify the appropriate agency; may instruct in swimming, and may assist with minor maintenance work in the pool area.
Requirements
- Must pass the Lifeguarding Certification Course which includes CPR and First Aid, provided by the Red Cross (course provided by City of Fresno after hiring)
- Previous experience in advanced swimming, lifesaving, or swim instruction is required, or enrollment in, or completion of, a recognized Junior Lifeguard program
- Must pass a Department interview
- Must pass a Department of Justice fingerprint
- Must provide proof of Tuberculosis (TB) clearance
Nice To Haves
- Possess a valid Lifeguarding Certification (CPR and First Aid)
Responsibilities
- Closely monitors pool area activities and swimmer safety
- Resuscitates and administers first-aid and CPR to swimmers
- Determines if medical care is necessary and notifies appropriate agency
- May instruct in swimming
- May assist with minor maintenance work in the pool area
Benefits
- No health benefits
- No retirement benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
