Lifeguard

Company: Manheim Township
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Lifeguard Department: Parks and Recreation Reports To: Pool Manager Supervisory Responsibilities: No Classification: Part-Time, Seasonal; Non-Exempt Driving Status: No Work Environment: Pool Summary Consistently provide a safe and healthy environment for all patrons while maintaining a community-friendly atmosphere through the enforcement of all facility rules. Position runs May- September with hours from 7 am-10 pm every day of the week. Essential functions Follow the Lifeguard Manual and perform all duties and functions of a lifeguard. Protect the safety and health of all patrons using first aid, surveillance, and rescue skills. Communicate policies, rules, and regulations to all that use the facility. Provide excellent customer service through consistent, fair, and courteous enforcement of all rules. Attendance at pre-season training May 16th and 17th from 8am-6 pm Ability to attend and participate in in-service trainings on Tuesday mornings, 7-8:30 am, from June 9th - July 28th Complete 300 yards of swimming on your front on a weekly basis. Related functions Attend staff meetings and training sessions. Assist with swim team and special event functions. Work as a team to complete facility cleaning and daily stocking as needed. Assist with general duties for other staff in the event of their absence. Physical Requirements Ability to demonstrate physical fitness to include frequent light to occasional heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.), swimming, standing, and walking for long periods of time, bending, pushing, and pulling. Able to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time and intermittently. Ability to reach with hands and arms, push items overhead, occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to talk, hear, and see. Competencies Thorough knowledge of lifeguard skills. Knowledge of pool facilities operations. Skills Strong swimming skills. Abilities Ability to demonstrate tact and patience when dealing with customers. Ability to demonstrate flexibility in work habits to meet ever-changing schedules requirements. Ability to show initiative in all situations. Required Education and Experience Current certification in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Required Preferred Education and Experience Prior lifeguarding experience Disclaimer This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Keywords: Manheim Township, Sterling , Lifeguard, Hospitality & Tourism , Lancaster, Virginia