Lifeguard

Ontario County Department of Public Works is looking for qualified applicants to fill seasonal Lifeguard positions in for the 2026 Summer Season.

Salary for 2026 Season:  $20.60/hr.

QUALIFICATIONS: County Values:  All employees of Ontario County are expected to uphold and exhibit the County’s shared values and behaviors to achieve the County’s Vision and Mission.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be at least *16 years of age. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AT TIME OF APPOINTMENT: 
 

1. Possession of a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate received from an acceptable agency listed in the Aquatic Certifications for NYS Bathing Facilities fact sheet produced by the NYS Department of Health; AND
2. Possession of a current Lifeguard Training Certificate, or (for pools only) a certificate in Basic Lifeguarding from an agency acceptable by the NYS Department of Health (such as the American Red Cross, Boy Scouts, YMCA).

WATERFRONT LIFEGUARDING also requires:  American Red Cross Lifeguard Waterfront Module.

* NOTE:  May be 15 years of age if employed at a facility where a Senior Lifeguard is present.

NOTE:  The New York State Department of Health requires CPR Certificates renewed annually for Lifeguarding positions, regardless of the expiration date on the card.

To Apply:
Applications must be submitted through the Ontario County Employment Portal at https://ontario-portal.mycivilservice.com/

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