We are looking for 27 Lifeguards to join the City of Charleston's Recreation Department THIS SUMMER! In this role, you will monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers
(Must be at 16 years old by May 1, 2024)
2-Day class dates offered:
March 9th/10th
April 6th/7th
- Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid.
- Maintains order in swimming areas.
- Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas. Inspects facilities for cleanliness.
- Cleans and refills swimming pool.
- Determines chlorine content and pH value of water with water testing kit.
- Conducts or officiates swimming meets.
- Gives swimming instructions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Valid StarGuard Lifeguard Certification or completion of the class before start date. You must be able to:
- Swim 50 meters
- Swim 50 meters with a rescue tube
- Tread water for 2 minutes without using hands
- Retrieve a 10lb object from deep end of the pool
- First Aid/CPR for Professional Rescuers.