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

$15.00 - $16.25 Hourly

Note:  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 and/or the City’s step placement policy.

Important APPLICANT Information:

• When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions.  These application questions are based on the Job Requirements for the position.  
• 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, sufficient to demonstrate qualifications for the position.  
• 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.

Seasonal employment is expected to begin on April 15 and last through October 15, 2025.

Important Application Information:  Completion of the supplemental questions is required. Applicant responses to supplemental questions must specifically answer the questions asked.  Responses to supplemental questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to supplemental questions have not been provided.

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 Parks and Recreation Department within the City of Oklahoma City and 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 you make application.

Note: If you are under the age of 18 at the time you make application, you must print, complete, sign, and have a parent or legal guardian sign the "Authorization for Applicant Background Investigation/Verification, Drug Test, and Health Screen" (FORM B--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:  Applicants for the position of Lifeguard must complete Lifeguard Certification as issued by the Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department, Basic First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED Module within the first month of assuming the position. 

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 https://www.okc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/aquatics/lifeguarding-lessons-teams.