Lifeguard

What You’ll Do

The City of Cortez is hiring a part-time Lifeguard to help keep our aquatic facility safe, welcoming, and ready for the public. This entry-level role exists to protect patrons through attentive surveillance and prompt action when issues arise.

Key responsibilities include:
- Monitoring swimmers and enforcing pool rules consistently
- Preventing incidents through proactive scanning and clear communication
- Responding to emergencies, providing rescues, first aid, and CPR as needed
- Completing routine safety checks and maintaining readiness of rescue equipment

Required qualifications/skills:
- Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training/First Aid certification
- Current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification
- Ability to pass pre-employment lifeguarding skills/knowledge testing
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
- At least 15 years of age

If you’re ready to bring focus and professionalism to a public-safety role, apply to become a Lifeguard in Cortez.

Time to Recover

Sick leave is provided, giving you paid time off when you’re ill or need to recover.

A Typical Shift

You’ll arrive a bit early to get settled, check in with the team, and take your position. Shifts vary, so some days are steady and quiet while others are busy with families and lap swimmers. You’ll rotate breaks, stay alert to changing activity levels, and document notes from the shift. When something unexpected happens, you’ll move quickly and stay calm, then reset and continue supporting a smooth experience for everyone on deck.