Aquatics - Lifeguard and Associated Positions

Town of Lexington • Lexington, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifeguards ensure safety at the Lexington Town Pool and Old Reservoir by conducting patron surveillance, enforcing facility rules, responding to water and land emergencies, and interacting with the public. The role also includes light maintenance and custodial duties, such as trash pickup, locker-room cleaning, and beach raking, as well as other related duties as assigned. Staff may be assigned to either facility.

Lifeguards work under the direction and supervision of the Aquatics Manager, Assistant Manager, and Head Lifeguard on duty. Weekly in-services are required on Thursday or Saturday mornings and include a 500-meter swim. Additional pre-season training provided by LexRec includes concussion training and mandated reporter training.

Employment is for the summer season, with dates from mid-May through August 29. Work schedules fluctuate and may include day, evening, and weekend hours. Hours are up to 20–40 per week, varying by season. Applicants must be completing required certifications, have evidence of a scheduled course, or commit to a full course or recertification course by March 1 to be considered. Employment depends on completing and documenting all required certifications and passing the Town Pool swim test, including a 500-meter swim and demonstration of water-rescue skills during orientation. Employees completing Lifeguarding or Water Safety Instructor courses between January 1, 2027, and the start of the regular season may be eligible for partial tuition reimbursement after successfully completing the season, with detailed receipts; documented course schedules may qualify for up to 20 hours of pay.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 years old by June 1, 2027.
• Hold current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
• Hold current Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification; recertification is required annually.
• Hold current Red Cross Waterfront Module Certification for placement at the Old Reservoir.
• Have strong swimming skills and the ability to react quickly and perform strenuous activity, including lifting people.
• Complete required certifications and provide documentation to the department.
• Pass the Town Pool swim test, complete a 500-meter swim, and correctly demonstrate water-rescue skills during orientation.
• Complete required pre-season concussion and mandated reporter training.
• Be in the process of completing required certifications, have evidence of a scheduled course, or commit to a full course or recertification course by March 1.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patron surveillance and ensure safety at the Town Pool or Old Reservoir.
• Enforce facility rules.
• Respond to water and land emergencies as needed.
• Interact with the public.
• Perform light maintenance and custodial work, including trash pickup, locker-room cleaning, and beach raking.
• Attend required weekly in-services, including a 500-meter swim.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible course tuition reimbursement for certain Lifeguarding or Water Safety Instructor courses after successful completion of the season.
• Up to 20 hours of pay may be provided with documentation of the course schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed