Top 136 Lifeguard Jobs in Boston Ma

Lifeguard
City of Cambridge, MA —Cambridge, MA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Commuter assistance
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Cambridge YMCA —Cambridge, MA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Lifeguard II- Evening/Closing
YMCA of Greater Boston —Brighton, MA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- First Aid Certification
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Summer Lifeguard
Cambridge YMCA —Cambridge, MA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Entry level
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Water Safety Instructor / WE PROVIDE ALL TRAINING /
Aqua-Tots Swim Schools - Boston —Norwood, MA
- $16 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
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Lifeguard (Summer Positions)
City of Cambridge, MA —Cambridge, MA
- $20.32 - $22.00 an hour
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- Children
- 16+ years old
Entry Level Lifeguard
Continental Pools —Boston, MA
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- BLS Certification
- Opportunities for advancement
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Lifeguard
Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston —Dorchester, MA
- $22 - $27 an hour
- Online Application
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Maintenance
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Lifeguard (13 openings)
City of Somerville —Somerville, MA
- $20 - $31 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Lifeguard I
YMCA of Greater Boston —Boston, MA
- $16.00 - $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Children
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Head Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
MetroWest YMCA —Framingham, MA
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lifeguard
YWCA NORTHEASTERN MASSACHUSETTS INC —Lawrence, MA
- Experience working with children
- 1 year
- Ability to stand for extended periods
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Camp Lifeguard
MetroWest YMCA —Hopkinton, MA
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- First Aid Certification
- Employee discount
- Referral program
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Full Time Lifeguard
Continental Pools —Brookline, MA
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- First Aid Certification
- Opportunities for advancement
- Flexible schedule
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Lifeguard II
YMCA of Greater Boston —Boston, MA
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- First Aid Certification
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Lifeguard - Fall
MIT Recreation —Cambridge, MA
- From $20 an hour
- Entry level
Lifeguard I (Seasonal)
City of Boston —Boston, MA
- $44,511.36 - $59,394.54 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- 16+ years old
Pool Attendant (Seasonal)
Apex Concierge Services Inc —Boston, MA
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Seasonal
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Cleaning
- Paid training
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Lifeguard
Life Time —Peabody, MA
- $16 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Lifeguard II (Part-Time)
City of Boston —Boston, MA
- $46,215.54 - $61,695.02 a year
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification

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Lifeguard

City of Cambridge, MA -
Cambridge, MA

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Job Details

Part-time
$20 - $22 an hour

Benefits

Commuter assistance

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Lifeguard Training
Emergency procedures
American Red Cross CPR Certification
Lifeguard Certification
Swimming rescues
Drowning response
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

Posting Date:

8/23/24

Department:

DHSP - Recreation

Job Code:

X831 (ID# 1030)

Salary Plan/Grade:

Number of Hours Per Week:

19.5

Additional Work Hours Information:

Evening and weekend hours

Union Affiliation:

Non Union

# of openings:

Type of Employment:

Regular

Civil Service Type:

None

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICE PROGRAMS:

The Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) creates and coordinates services that enhance the quality of life for Cambridge residents. Driven by the needs of residents, DHSP's extensive services and programs touch almost every sector in the city: from newborns to senior citizens, from school-aged children to homeless families, from non-profit organizations to local employers.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Reporting to the Aquatics Manager, Lifeguards will supervise the activities of swimmers and enforce pool safety rules at the indoor War Memorial Pool and outdoor Gold Star Pool in the summer months. They will also assist swim instructors with swimming lessons. Group lessons are offered to individuals and programs and focus on Red Cross level 1,2, 3, & 4 skill building. Lessons are offered on weekdays and weekends throughout the year.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises the activities of swimmers by enforcing pool safety rules and regulations.
Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in recreation facilities.
Warns swimmers of improper activities or hazards
Prevents injuries by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors.
Able to identify swimmers in distress, perform the appropriate save and provide necessary care.
Notifies appropriate personnel of any accidents, rescues, or problems that have arisen, equipment repairs needed, or facility maintenance required.
Answers inquiries pertaining to use of pool and deals with patron issues in a respectful way.
Works effectively with other lifeguards or staff and attends staff meetings as needed.
Performs additional duties as required (i.e upkeep of office space, performing in service trainings, cleaning pool deck)
Assists with Swim lessons as needed at both the indoor War Memorial pools and our outdoor pool in the summer (WSI certification within 12 months of hire preferred)

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

Current American Red Cross Certificates in Lifeguarding and CPR/FPR.
Must be at least 16 years old.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to pass swim test administered by department.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations, follow instructions and communicate effectively with the public required.
The City of Cambridge’s workforce, like the community it serves, is diverse. Applicants must have the ability to work and interact effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, WORKING CONDITIONS, WORK FLEXIBILITY AND ACCOMODATIONS:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, kneel, stand, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects.
This position requires mobility and an ability to deliver swim lessons to swimmers of various skill levels.
Duties require attentiveness to visual and audible cues for recognition and identification of swimmers in distress or in process of unsafe behaviors.
The position requires proficient swimming ability and the proper application of rescue and first-aid technique as well as the ability to properly extract victims from the pool(s) to the deck and move equipment.
Chlorinated Natatorium including lighting and heating/cooling systems.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

Eligible for part-time sick leave accrual
City employee commuter benefits (T-Pass reimbursement Bluebikes membership, EZRide Shuttle membership)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Please upload the following documents to complete your application:

Resume
Cover Letter

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ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City’s diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve - one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at [email protected].

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