Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor Salary $13.50 - $14.50 Hourly Location: Parks & Recreation - 1424 Main St. Lewiston, ID Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 00322 Department: Parks & Recreation Division Recreation Opening Date: 03/02/2026
Description Benefits Responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, coordinating, controlling and supervising all aspects of swim lessons. Responsible for safety of all pool users. Under the authority of the Recreation Coordinator, the specific functions include but are not limited to:
In addition to lifeguarding duties the Water Safety Instructor will do the following:
Responsible for assisting the Assistant Pool Manager with the swim lesson program.
Instructors will report at least 15 minutes prior to first class and be prepared with a lesson plan before they step on deck.
When weather permits, make sure students get a minimum of half of the class time in the water.
Instructors must be in the water with the participants.
If participant refuses to get into the water or become chilled, allow them to get their towel and observe the class from the deck.
Instructors will report to the Assistant Manager when materials are needed or equipment is out of order.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications 16 years of age or older. Certificate of lifeguard training. Certificate of Water Safety Instructor First Aid and CPR certification. AED certification preferred. Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written. Proficient in interacting with people of various ages from diverse backgrounds. Available to work shifts. Physically fit, strong, agile and dexterous.
Knowledge of: Oral and written communication skills. Basic health and safety practices. Proper lifting techniques. Ability to learn proper methods of teaching swim lessons. Ability to: Work independently with little direction or as a member of a crew. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Working Conditions Subject to outdoor environments: seasonal heat, temperature changes and extreme weather conditions. Physical demands include lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. Standing, sitting, and walking for extended periods of time.
City of Lewiston offers a competitive and comprehensive benefit package to all full time employees. Benefits include:
Health Plan - A high quality, affordable health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage administered by Regence BlueShield of Idaho and Delta Dental of Idaho. The City pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% of the premium for dependents.
Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) - PERSI, one of the best pension plans nationwide, ensures our employees have first-class, reliable retirement. Employees can also contribute additional funds to PERSI Choice 401(k), Nationwide 457, ICMA 457, or ICMA Roth IRA through payroll.
Holiday Leave - Employees enjoy 13 paid holidays throughout the year including a floating holiday to use on a day of their choosing.
Vacation/Sick Leave - Employees accrue vacation and sick leave at competitive rates.
Basic Life Insurance - Upon hire, employees are enrolled in basic life and accidental death and dismemberment policy at no cost to them.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Available to all employees, the EAP, provides a variety of free services, including anything from visits with a mental health provider to finding quality pet care.
Wellness Incentive Program - Employees are eligible to participate in an annual Wellness Program with quarterly incentives including an additional day off.
Optional Benefits - Other optional benefits available to employees include Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Life Insurance, and Short & Long Term Disability.
For more information about benefits offered to our employees, please visit https://www.cityoflewiston.org/191/Benefits or contact Human Resources at HR@cityoflewiston.org.
Please note, Non-Seasonal Part Time positions working 20-29 hours per week are eligible for PERSI Retirement and pro-rated Sick Leave and Vacation Accrual. Seasonal and Non-Seasonal Part Time jobs working less than 20 hours per week are not benefit eligible.
Employer City of Lewiston Address: 1134 F St. Lewiston, Idaho, 83501 Phone: 208-746-3671 ext 6211 Website: http://www.cityoflewiston.org