Lifeguard II (Part-Time/Year-Round/Seasonal) - City

PAY AND FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS:

Pay Range:  855

Hourly Rate:  $15.00 - $16.25

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.

HIRING INCENTIVE (Effective April 15, 2026, to September 10, 2026)

• $50 – Applicant must complete all mandatory training, including orientation, and work all scheduled shifts during first month of active status.

Note:  All approved incentives are contingent upon employee being in good standing without performance issues.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• This position requires applicants to be at least 16 years of age at the time of application submission.
• When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions.
• Completion of the application questions is required.
• Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked.
• Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume.
• Applicants may upload only two attachments.  Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, transcripts, etc.  Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one file for upload.
• Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.
• Each application submission is reviewed independently.
• There are openings for part-time/year-round and seasonal positions.
• Employees in part-time/year-round positions may work no more than 29 hours per week.
• The period for seasonal employment is April 15-October 15, 2026.

POSITION DESIGNATION

This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019.   This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is located in the Recreation, Health, and Wellness Division of the Parks and Recreation Department within the City of Oklahoma City. This position is responsible for functioning as a lead worker at a municipal swimming facility. Typical duties include: performing duties and responsibilities consistent with those of a lifeguard; preparing work schedules and assigning lifeguards to duty stations, and giving instruction in pool operating procedures, rules, safety practices, maintenance, and related matters; and overseeing lifeguards in the enforcement of safety rules and regulations. The necessary skills, knowledge, and ability and/or licenses and certifications to perform departmental specific tasks must be acquired prior to assuming the duties of the position. Applicants for this position must have completed Lifeguard Certification as issued by the Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department, Basic First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED Module prior to hire. Ability to travel is required.

OTHER DETAILS

Note:  This position requires you to be at least 16 years old at the time of application submission.

Note:  If you are under the age of 18 at the time of application submission, you must print, complete, sign, and have a parent or legal guardian sign the Authorization for Background and Drug Test for Minors and bring it with you to interview for a temporary, part-time or seasonal job in the Parks and Recreation Department. Failure to bring the signed authorization form may eliminate you from employment consideration.

Note:  Selected applicants must pass an initial swim test within seven (7) business days of accepting a conditional offer of employment.

Note:  The City provides low-cost lifeguarding and Certified Swimming Instructor classes for those who are interested in serving as a lifeguard for the City's Parks and Recreation Department.  Training includes basic water rescue skills and emergency first aid.  Multiple training class times and dates available. For more information about class schedules, visit