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Allan Hancock College
Certified Lifeguard
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Job Description
Salary:
$18.00Hourly Location:
Santa Maria Job Type:
Short-term Hourly Job Number:
202200331Department:
Kinesiology, Recreation, and Athletics Opening Date:
08/06/2026Closing Date:
6/30/2027 11:59 PM Pacific Position Summary This is a short-term/temporary position. Allan Hancock College is accepting applications for water safety certified lifeguards to establish a pool of qualified candidates. Lifeguards should be able to observe and provide lifesaving support for swimming students. Hours could be 5 to 20 hours, weekly from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Locations will be at the Allan Hancock College pool OR the Paul Nelson Aquatic Center. Employment is during the 16-week academic semesters for Fall, Spring, and Summer. Essential Functions and Qualifications The essential functions of these positions include, but are not limited to: Performs the tasks necessary to promote public safety at the aquatic facility by lifeguarding; Monitors activities in the aquatic facility to prevent accidents; Acts in friendly, enthusiastic and caring manner towards students and staff. Minimum Qualifications Current certification in Lifeguarding, from the American Red Cross or WSI certificate or equivalent Current certification in First Aid, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, from the American Red Cross or equivalent Additional Information To be considered as a candidate for this position, please submit the following materials to our website: A current and complete resume of education and professional experience Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.Career Insights for Lifeguard
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What they do
A Lifeguard watches swimming areas and provides for the safety of swimmers at pools, lakes and beaches. Maintains careful watch of people in the water, enforces safety rules at swimming places; rescues swimmers and treats accidents as needed.
$36,736 / year median in California
+14% projected growth