Lifeguard (Seasonal, Spring 2026)

Spring 2026 Lifeguard – Department of Safety & Rescue Season: January 15, 2026 – May 22, 2026 Hiring: 10–15 Lifeguards Pay: $16–$19/hour + potential bonuses Why Join Us As a Lifeguard with The St. James Department of Safety & Rescue (DSR), you’ll join a professional, award-winning team responsible for aquatic safety and first-responder medical support across our 450,000 sq. ft. sports, entertainment, and wellness complex. From our competition pool and water park to contracted waterfronts and high-profile events, this role puts you in the center of an active, impactful, and respected environment. We provide paid training, certification, and uniforms to prepare you for rescues, CPR, and emergency medical response. You’ll gain experience that strengthens your resume, opens doors to leadership roles, and develops the skills of a true first responder. What Sets Us Apart Beyond the Pool: Integrated aquatic and medical response environment High-Profile Assignments: Event coverage, contracted sites, and triathlon safety Professional Development: Paid training, advanced rescue scenarios, leadership pathways Proven Excellence: Recognized for safety operations and team performance What You’ll Do Monitor aquatic areas and enforce safety rules Respond quickly to emergencies and provide care until EMS arrives Conduct safety inspections and complete detailed incident reports Uphold the DSR’s core values: Rescue Readiness, Ownership, and Integrity Qualifications Must be 17+ years old by start date Strong swimming ability and ability to stay calm under pressure Prior customer service or team sports experience preferred Tryout Requirements 200-yard medley swim: 75 breaststroke, 50 sidestroke, 75 freestyle (under 3:50) 25-yard head-up sprint (under :20) 25-yard dummy tow (under :50) 2-minute hands-only CPR with consistent quality Selection Process Application Tryout & Fitness Assessment Panel Interview Packet Review Paid Lifeguard Academy Apply at thestjames.com/careers or email safety@thestjames.com to reserve your tryout slot. Positions fill quickly. Equal Opportunity Employer | Diversity & Inclusion Committed Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.