Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Salary

$16.44 Hourly

Location

Harrisonburg, VA

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

7402 - (Jan 2026)

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

01/09/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Do you want a seasonal opportunity to work in a fun environment while providing a safe experience for guests at the Westover Pool Complex? If so, the Parks and Recreation Lifeguard (Seasonal) position may be the right job for you!

This Lifeguard role is a seasonal position (no benefits) with a preferred hiring rate of $16.44 per hour. The ideal candidates for this position will have a positive attitude and will be responsible for ensuring the general safety, health, discipline, and enjoyment of patrons at the Westover Pool Complex. Applicants who possess certifications from another organization and applicants who do not yet possess all of the required certifications will be considered and trained on American Red Cross standards if selected for the position.

As a seasonal Lifeguard, youll:

• Open and close the pool, including accepting and accounting for any entry fees;
• Enforce water safety and pool rules;
• Provide emergency lifesaving services to swimmers in need;
• Clean the pool and related facilities on a regular schedule;
• Answer questions from patrons;
• Perform related duties as required.

A detailed list of all essential job functions and the ideal candidates knowledge, skills, and abilities is available in the class specification.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15 years of age or older by date of hire, required. Current high school students are encouraged to apply.
• Completion of ninth grade, required. High school diploma or GED and some experience as a lifeguard and maintaining a swimming pool, preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Current possession of (or ability to obtain prior to being assigned to the lifeguard stand) current American Red Cross certifications, to include Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR-PRO. Applicants who possess certifications from another organization and applicants who do not yet possess all of the required certifications will be considered and trained on American Red Cross standards if selected for the position.
• Click here to view the physical requirements for this position.

The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• Drug screening; and
• Criminal background check.

Supplemental Information

To Apply: All candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application in order to be considered. The position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 01/09/2026)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 15.5 observed holidays. More information on available benefits is listed on the Citys website.

01

If selected for this position, how old will you be at the date of hire? Please note that due to the nature of the recruitment process, the date of hire for qualified candidates will vary. On average, the recruitment process will take approximately 3 weeks from the date of initial application submission.

• I will be younger than 15 years of age.
• I will be 15 years of age or older.

02

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than 9th Grade
• Completed 9th Grade
• Attended High School
• High School Graduate
• GED
• Attend College
• College Graduate
• Attended Graduate School
• Masters Degree
• Graduate study beyond Masters
• Ph.D. or professional degree

03

Have you completed or are you currently enrolled in any American Red Cross courses in First Aid, CPR, Lifeguard, Swim Instruction or other applicable courses? If you are unable to upload the documents to your application, please submit copies of each of your certifications to Human Resources at employment@harrisonburgva.gov. Lifeguards will be required to possess a current American Red Cross certification in CPR and Lifeguard before they will be hired.

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered no to the previous question, please type "N/A" in the field below. If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the following: 1. Name of Course 2. Certifying agency 3. Instructors Name 4. Location of Course 5. Completion Date You may include a class that you are currently enrolled in. Please notify the Aquatics Division when you successfully complete the course.

05

Please list your work availability below. Be sure to include the days and times that you are available.

Required Question

Employer City of Harrisonburg

Address 409 South Main Street

Third Floor

Harrisonburg, Virginia, 22801

Phone 540.432.8920

540.432.7796

Website https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment