Triathlon Team Lifeguard

Overview

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing.

When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork.

Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone!

Job Description

Essential Duties:

• Maintain constant, attentive surveillance of all swimmers during the youth triathlon team practice.
• Use effective scanning techniques to monitor lanes, walls, and pool activity.
• Identify and respond immediately to any signs of distress, fatigue, or unsafe behavior.
• Perform water rescues, first aid, CPR, and utilize an AED when needed.
• Activate and follow the Triathlon Teams Emergency Action Plan (EAP) during incidents.
• Coordinate with coaching staff to ensure a safe training environment.
• Enforce all pool safety rules, lane etiquette, and facility policies.
• Monitor deck conditions and remove or report hazards such as wet floors or misplaced equipment.
• Ensure training equipment (kickboards, buoys, lane lines) is used safely and does not obstruct swimmers.
• Communicate safety concerns or behavioral issues to coaches promptly.
• Maintain professional vigilance without engaging in coaching or instruction.
• Stay rescue‑ready at all times, with proper positioning and equipment in hand.
• Maintain all required certifications (Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid).
• Complete accurate and timely incident or accident reports.
• Conduct pre‑practice safety checks of the pool and deck area.
• Ensure equipment is stored properly post‑practice and report any maintenance needs to coaches.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Minimum age of 18 years and older. 
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification and First Aid, CPR & AED Certification required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills along with the ability to work with individuals of all ages.
•  Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain good physical condition and maintain professional skills of alertness, responsible, good judgment, cleanliness, endurance, and ability to work with all ages.

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department.