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Lifeguard

City of Gahanna, OH

Hamilton, OH

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$14.25–$16.25 Per Hour
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Conflict Resolution, Customer Support/Service, Defibrillator, Driver's License, Emergency Care, Emergency Planning, Emergency Procedures, Employee Orientation, First Aid, Industry Standards, Maintenance - Pool, Operations, Organizational Skills, Recreation, Regulations, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Staff Training, Time Management
LOCATION
Hamilton, OH
POSTED
Today
Salary: $14.25 - $16.25 Hourly
Location : 200 S Hamilton Rd, Gahanna, OH
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 20251201m
Department: Parks & Rec Pools
Opening Date: 12/01/2025
Closing Date: 6/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 80

Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor, the Lifeguard position includes the following duties:
  • Assists the Aquatic Supervisor, Pool Managers, Assistant Pool mangers, Aquatics Coordinators, and Guest Service Leads in the daily operations of the aquatics facilities by performing tasks and duties as assigned
  • Ensures exceptional safety standards are maintained at all times to protect the patrons and staff of the aquatics facilities
  • Lifeguards are expected to be available throughout the entire season for at least 20 hours per week and up to 40 hours per week unless otherwise requested during the job interview
Essential Job Functions
  • Maintains constant supervision of patrons in the facility while providing a safe environment; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons and enforces rules and regulations regarding all areas of the facility
  • Implements the emergency action plan and provides emergency care and treatment as needed.
  • Maintains pool area cleanliness including pool deck, building interior and exterior, and restrooms. Remove safety hazards
  • Attends all required pre- and in-service training topics including liability, head, neck and back injuries, first aid, CPR, fitness swimming and lifeguarding skills
  • Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service
  • Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. A typical way to qualify is to have completed one year of high school or equivalent life experienceand one year of progressively responsible experience at a pool facility is preferred

Licensure or Certification Requirements
  • Current American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer First Aid, and Administering Emergency Oxygen certificate, or ability to obtain before employment required.
  • Current American Red Cross Lifeguard or nationally recognized certificate, or the ability to obtain before employment required.
  • Valid and current Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driver's abstract to meet criteria for insurability established by the City of Gahanna
Other
  • Minimum 15 years of age
Important Job Functions
  • Maintain high standards of safety in all aquatics operations, always adhering to industry standards.
  • Required to utilize specialized personal protective equipment.
  • Provide availability and scheduling information following assigned deadlines.
  • Assist in programming for swim meets and special events.
  • Performs other tasks and duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor, Aquatics Coordinators, Pool Managers, and Head Lifeguards
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
  • Basic recreation principles
  • Water Safety & emergency procedures
  • Conflict resolution
Skill in:
  • Performing and executing lifeguarding and CPR techniques to the standard of the American Red Cross
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
Ability to: (Mental and Physical Abilities)
  • Adhere to regulations, policies, and procedures required by the State of Ohio, Franklin County Board of Health, the City of Gahanna, and all other regulatory/governing bodies.
  • Understand and follow instructions from Pool Manager, Aquatics Coordinator, and Recreation Supervisor
  • Enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures for the public.
Working Conditions:
  • The employee is subject to inside and outside environment conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.
  • This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires swimming, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions.

Seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the Ohio Public Employment Retirement (OPERS).
01

This position requires employees to be at least 15 years old at the start of employment. Will you meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Have you previously worked for the City of Gahanna?
  • Yes
  • No

03

MANDATORY paid staff training will be held on multiple dates and times leading up to the summer season. Staff are required to attend all training prior to being able to start working. Training includes:• Seasonal Staff Orientation (for all employees)• Additional required training, specific for the positionDates and times will be communicated at the time of offer.Initial the box below to acknowledge this requirement.
  • Yes
  • No

04

If you were referred for this position by someone, enter their name in the box below. If not, enter n/a.
05

Can you swim at least 200 yards continuously?
  • Yes
  • No

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