Lifeguard

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

9d • $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 Deadline Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis. This posting may close at any time. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration. 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 All new 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 Check out this video to see what it means to be Lifeguard with Denver Parks and Recreation! 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed