Part-time and Seasonal Lifeguards

Part-time and Seasonal Lifeguards

Salary

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Location

Gwinnett County, GA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

25-02921

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

08/12/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
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Class Summary

This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,508 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits.

Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation Operations maintain and operates the countys award-winning park system and provides high quality parks and recreation facilities, innovative programs, and quality services to meet the broad-based needs of Gwinnetts diverse population, fostering a sense of community, creating a safe and secure environment, and enhancing Gwinnetts quality of life.

Hourly rate

Lifeguard I - Entry level hourly rate is $17.32

Lifeguard II - Entry level hourly rate is $19.42

Minimum Qualifications

Lifeguard I and II qualifications:

• Candidate must be 16 years of age.
• Valid and current Lifeguard Training Certification by date of hire. (a copy of the current certification must be attached to your application)
• Water Safety Instructor certification preferred.
• Able to demonstrate proficiency in swimming abilities and the ability to handle rescue activities while in the water.
• Able to identify problems either visually or by auditory means in order to be alert to life saving needs.

Lifeguard II Certification:

• Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Instructor, Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator, EMT, Paramedic, and/or Coaching Certification.

Other Job Requirements/Information

This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.

For more information about this department, please click here.

Benefits Offered

There are no benefits offered for this position.

Additional Information

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual's total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett's diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta's Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision

Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission

Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values

Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.

Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.

Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.

Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.

Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

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Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.

Part-time positions are only offered medical benefits if they work over an average of 29 hours a week for at least a year.

01

How many years of aquatics experience do you have?

• none
• less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 or more years

02

Describe your aquatics experience. If none, type N/A.

03

Do you have current Lifeguard Training Certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have current Water Safety instructor certification?

• Yes
• No

05

Which Aquatic facility would you prefer to be employed? Why? Please rank 1-3; 1 being the most preferred work location. The facilities are: Bethesda Aquatic Center in Lawrenceville, Bogan Aquatic Center in Buford, Collins Hill Aquatic Center in Lawrenceville, Dacula Pool in Dacula, Best Friend Pool in Norcross, Rhodes Jordan Pool in Lawrenceville, Mountain Park Aquatic Center in Stone Mountain, Lenora Pool in Snellville, West Gwinnett Aquatic Center in Norcross.

06

The Georgia Department of Labor laws regarding minors under the age of 16 require reduced work hours for these individuals. Are you under the age of 16?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you a certified lifeguard? If so, you must attach a copy of the current certification.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Gwinnett County

Address 75 Langley Drive

Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046

Phone 770.822.7915

770.822.7923

Website http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com