Top 243 Lifeguards Jobs in Newark, Nj

Lifeguard SY 2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $34,926 - $36,212 a year
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Adults
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
11d
Lifeguard-Aquatics
Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges Inc —East Orange, NJ
- $16.01 - $22.80 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- First Aid Certification
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New P/T Wellness & Event Center Lifeguard Position
New Jersey Institute of Technology —Newark, NJ
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- Residential
Lifeguard
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF LOWER BERGEN COUNTY INC —Lodi, NJ
- $16 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Cleaning
- Entry level
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Lifeguard
MEADOWLANDS AREA YMCA —East Rutherford, NJ
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Children
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Lifeguard, HWC Lifestyles / Medical Fitness Mahwah, Per Diem, Evening
Valley Health System of Ridgewood NJ —Paramus, NJ
- $18.82 - $23.53 an hour
- Evening shift
- BLS Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
Lifeguard II
Montclair YMCA —Montclair, NJ
- $18.50 - $21.50 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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SCHOOL TRAFFIC GUARD
Township of Woodbridge —Woodbridge, NJ
- $19 an hour
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Outdoor work
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Lifeguard
Township of Woodbridge —Woodbridge, NJ
- Part-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
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Lifeguard I
Montclair YMCA —Montclair, NJ
- $16.13 - $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- BLS Certification
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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LIFEGUARD
Madison Area YMCA —Madison, NJ
- $15.49 - $18.00 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Entry level
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Lifeguard
Activ8 Amenity Consulting —Iselin, NJ
- $17.00 - $17.50 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Heavy lifting
- First Aid Certification
- Flexible schedule
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Certified Lifeguard
PREFERRED POOL MANAGEMENT —Somerset, NJ
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- In-person
- Entry level
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Certified Lifeguard
PREFERRED POOL MANAGEMENT —Edison, NJ
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- In-person
- Entry level
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Lifeguard/Swim Instructor - Carteret
RWJ Rahway Fitness and Wellness at Carteret —Carteret, NJ
- $15.92 - $19.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Seasonal Lifeguard – Summer 2026
United Pool Management DBA: “NJPM” —New Brunswick, NJ
- From $18 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
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8d
Seasonal Lifeguard - WIll Train if Needed - 18 and older
Alta Aquatics —Middletown, NJ
- $16.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Temporary
- 18 years or older
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discount
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Lifeguard and Swim Program Instructor
Boys & Girls Club of Paterson and Passaic —Paterson, NJ
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
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1d
Seasonal Lifeguard - WIll Train if Needed
Alta Aquatics —Old Bridge, NJ
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discount
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DEEP WATER Certified Lifeguard
NFC Amenity Management —New York, NY
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Cleaning
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Lifeguard SY 2026-27 (NBOE)

Newark Board of Education -
Newark, NJ

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Job Details

$34,926 - $36,212 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Cardiac arrest emergency response
Patient resuscitation
CPR Certification
Lifeguard Training
BLS Certification
First Aid Certification
Lifeguard Certification
AED Certification
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

JobID: 2721

Position Type:
Non Instructional - All Titles/Lifeguard 2

Date Posted:
8/10/2026

Location:
John F. Kennedy -107

NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT

LIFEGUARD
John F. Kennedy School

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Lifeguard at John F. Kennedy School.

This title is governed by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission; meaning that a candidate for this position will be placed as a provisional employee. Upon hire, the employee will be required to complete a 120-Day Working test period during which the employee's performance will be evaluated. Employee must successfully complete the designated probation period in order to remain in the position as a permanent employee.

DEFINITION: Under the direction of a Supervising Lifeguard or other supervisory official, protects life and provides for the safety and welfare of persons in swimming/bathing areas; does other related duties.

NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
1. Appointees for public recreational bathing areas classified as swimming pools or lakes must possess current and valid lifeguard certification issued by the American Red Cross, Boy Scouts of America, National Pool and Waterpark, Lifeguard Training, the YMCA or other recognized organizations.
2. Appointees for public recreational bathing areas classified as ocean, tidal or open water must possess current and valid lifeguard certification issued by the United States Lifesaving Association (U.S.L.A), South Jersey Chief's Association (S.J.C.A) or other recognized organizations.
3. Applicants must possess current and valid standard first aid certification issued by the American Red Cross, the National Safety Council or other recognized organizations. For appointees to ocean and tidal water areas, certification must include a minimum of 21 hours of first aid training not including CPR training.
4. Applicants must possess current and valid CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) certification including adult, child and infant CPR as well as obstructed airway training issued by the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross, the National Safety Council or other recognized organizations.
5. Appointees may also be required to possess current and valid AED (automatic external defibrillator) certification.
6. Appointees may be required to have training in supplemental oxygen support for adults, children and infants.
7. Appointees to ocean and tidal water areas may be required to possess basic or higher-level scuba diver certification.
8. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Observes bathers on assigned sections of swimming/bathing areas.
2. Patrols or monitors swimming areas on foot, in vehicles, or from towers to ensure safety and enforce rules and regulations.
3. Rescues distressed bathers using buoys, boats, lines, floats, and other rescue equipment.
4. Administers artificial respiration, resuscitation, and first-aid treatment prior to the arrival of emergency medical staff.
5. Cooperates with medical and law enforcement personnel at the scene of an emergency.
6. Assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment.
7. Monitors weather and water conditions; warns swimmers/bathers of hazardous situations.
8. Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces regulations and water safety policies.
9. Informs bathers of restrictions in bathing area.
10. Maintains rescue equipment in preparation for immediate response.
11. Notifies proper authorities of public disturbances.
12. Maintains essential records and files.
13. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording information systems used by the agency, office or related unit.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
1. Knowledge of water rescue methods and techniques.
2. Knowledge of first aid and life resuscitation (C.P.R.) techniques.
3. Knowledge of the surveillance methods used to recognize and prevent injuries in bathing areas.
4. Knowledge of water rescue equipment.
5. Ability to administer first aid.
6. Ability to maintain rescue equipment.
7. Ability to enforce swimming regulations.
8. Ability to swim in accordance with certification standards.
9. Ability to remain calm during water-rescue operations.
10. Ability to observe and report hazardous swimming conditions.
11. Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
12. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
13. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

REPORTS TO: Department Head

SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION
1. Salary: $34,926 - $36,212*
2. Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
3. Union Affiliation: Local 617

Pending Salary Negotiations

In an effort to attract and retain staff, NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full-time staff. Offerings include Medical and Prescription Drug plans, employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage, an array of Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs, and paid time off; all employees receive paid Personal and Sick days, as well as Vacation days for 12-month employees. For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/

Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

OPENING AND CLOSING DATE
Opening Date: June 27, 2024
Closing Date: July 10, 2024 or until filled

THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

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