Lifeguard I, II, & III

Lifeguard I, II, & III

Salary

$12.36 - $15.50 Hourly

Location

Spartanburg, SC

Job Type

Permanent Part-time

Job Number

081126

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

08/11/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The purpose of this position is to provide enforcement of safety policies and maintain pool facilities. This is a permanent, part-time position.

Examples of Duties

• Lifeguards all swimming sessions to ensure safety of public.
• Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms and pool facilities daily utilizing mops and

brooms.

• Maintains good public relations through aquatic services and facilities.
• Prevent accidents in the water and on the decks.
• Rescues and provides emergency care to accident victims.
• Provides enforcement of all rules and regulations as defined in Pool Operations.
• Scrutinizes interior of pool and exterior pool area for potential hazards and

initiates removal of such hazards.

• Assists in clean-up and maintenance of pool area and admission area.
• Empties trash cans, replace liners, and sweep walkways near entrances of pools

assigned.

• Performs minor, job related, maintenance on pool equipment.
• Receives and handles complaints providing assistance, information, and

solutions as needed.

• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old
• Requires lifeguard training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid

Certifications.

Supplemental Information

Pay rate depends upon experience. Pay range is $12.36 - $15.50 per hour.

The City of Spartanburg provides a very competitive benefits package to include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life benefits are through the SC State Health Plan and access to free onsite health clinic. Retirement through the SC State Retirement System (Employee contributes 9% and the City contributes 18.56% / PORS: police/fire employees contribute 9.75% and City contributes 21.24%)

City also offers 12 Paid Holidays; Paid Time Off (3 ½ weeks per year) and Longevity Leave based on years of service.

Employer City of Spartanburg

Address P.O. Drawer 1749

Spartanburg, South Carolina, 29304

Phone 864-596-2063

Website http://www.cityofspartanburg.org