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Hours Part-time
Location Charleston, SC
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About this job

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Hourly:

$19.20 - $19.78

Department:

Culture & Recreation, Recreation

Division:

Aquatics

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

In this role, you will monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers

 Examples of Duties:

  • 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.

 Basic Qualifications:

  • 16 years of age by start date.
  • 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.

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Posting ID: 1208475366 Posted: 2026-01-06 Job Title: Lifeguard