2026 Lifeguard

Martinsburg-Berkeley County Parks & Recreation • Martinsburg, WV

1d • $16 - $22

About The Position

We are seeking responsible and vigilant lifeguards to ensure the safety of all swimmers and guests at our pool facilities. This role involves monitoring the facility, enforcing safety rules, maintaining a clean environment, exceptional customer service and responding to emergencies. You would be required to have a valid lifeguard certification (including deep water) with CPR/AED and first aid. You must have flexibility to work daytime, evenings and/or weekends at both War Memorial Park Pool and Lambert Pool.

Requirements

• 15 years of age or older (age 15 are required to have an approved age certificate)
• A valid lifeguard certification (including deep water) with CPR/AED and first aid
• Reliable childcare and transportation
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights/weekends
• Pass a background check
• Knowledge of using various cleaning supplies
• Outgoing personality
• Attentive and responsible
• Great time management skills
• Quick reaction time
• Ability to provide effective communication to patrons, staff, and supervisors
• Capacity to understand and follow oral and written orders
• Able to take corrective feedback and apply it in future behavior
• Must have a device where company apps can be downloaded
• Must have your own working email address
• Ability to easily move through all facility areas and actively interact with patrons
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds frequently
• Remain alert with no lapses in consciousness
• Ability to hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility
• Ability to tread water and swim for long periods of time
• Minimum hearing threshold of no more than an average of 25-decibel loss in both ears over a range of frequencies
• Hearing aids or other corrective devices for hearing should be able to perform all rescue skills and emergency procedures without interruptions to adjust, retrieve, or install or attach a hearing aid or corrective device
• Corrective eyewear should be able to perform all rescue skills and emergency procedures without interruptions to adjust, clear, or retrieve corrective eyewear
• Knowledge of basic math; ability to prepare reports on headcount for patrons and special events
• Must hold a valid current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, including CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid certification or equivalent.
• Working toward G.E.D or High School Diploma

Responsibilities

• Monitor Swimming Areas – Constantly observe swimmers to ensure their safety and enforce facility rules to prevent accidents
• Respond to Emergencies – Act quickly in emergencies by performing rescues, administering CPR/First Aid, and contacting emergency services when necessary
• Enforce Safety Rules – Educate patrons on safety guidelines and enforce pool rules to maintain a secure environment
• Perform Routine Safety Checks – Inspect pool equipment, water conditions, bathrooms/locker rooms, and surrounding areas to ensure everything meets safety and cleanly standards
• Provide First Aid – Assist with minor injuries and provide basic medical care as needed until professional help arrives
• Maintain a Clean Environment – Help keep the facility clean and organized. Disinfect areas when necessary.
• Communicate with Guests and Staff – provide friendly customer service, answer questions, and communicate with staff and supervisors
• Attend Trainings – Participate in regular mandatory trainings to stay updated on lifeguarding techniques, emergency procedures, and safety regulations
• Handle Incidents and Incident Reports – Document any accidents, rule violations, or safety concerns and report them to supervisors as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED