Lifeguard I

Job overview

The Lifeguard I role is onsite in Springfield, OR. Pay is $15.99–$21.59 per hour. The position is part-time, year-round, and up to 19.75 hours per week. Willamalane Park and Recreation District operates swim center facilities and recreation programs. The lifeguard monitors swimmers and guests, responds to safety concerns, and performs rescues and emergency care as trained. The role also supports guest services, facility policies, and light custodial work to help maintain a safe swim environment.

What you'll do

• Monitor swimmers and guests in assigned areas
• perform rescues and emergency care as trained
• respond to incidents with the team
• enforce facility policies
• answer guest questions
• perform light custodial work
• attend in-service training
• communicate with Aquatics leadership and assist with shift coverage as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lifeguard i

aquatics

swim safety

rescue response

cpr/aed

first aid

springfield or

willamalane

$15.99–$21.59/hr

weekend availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid sick leave
• potential cost-of-living and merit increases
• additional $1/hour for tested Spanish or ASL proficiency
• discounts on selected childcare and recreation programs
• employee pool and fitness center access
• wellness programs.

Why this role

Schedules vary and may include mornings, midday, afternoons, evenings, and weekends across facilities. Lifeguard certification, CPR/AED, and bloodborne pathogen training must be obtained within two months; training may be provided at no cost. Spanish or ASL proficiency may qualify for a $1/hour increase after testing.

About the employer

Willamalane Park and Recreation District is hiring for this role. Industry: Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers. Sector: 71.