Lifeguard - City Of Bessemer

TARGET CLOSE DATE:

08/28/2026

PAY GRADE:

Grade 9

TYPE:

Full time

JOB SUMMARY:

The City of Bessemer is hiring full-time Lifeguards who will enforce water safety rules and regulations following standard practices to ensure a safe and pleasant swimming program for the community. Responsibilities include monitoring swimmers, conducting swim classes, and preparing the pool and facilities for events. Additionally, employees will oversee and contribute to the maintenance and care of the pool and its facilities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The City of Bessemer provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is listed below:

$12.42 - $19.26

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To be considered for employment in this position, a candidate must possess the following:

• Valid American Red Cross Basic Lifeguard Training Certificate, YMCA Lifeguard Certificate, or National Pool and Water Park Lifeguard Training Certificate.

• Valid American Red Cross Adult CPR Certificate or American Heart Association CPR Certificate.

• Valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Teaches a variety of classes for community members by developing age and skill level appropriate programs, preparing the facility for the class, and teaching the class.

• Prepares pool for swim meets, practices, and other events by reviewing event set-up plans with staff and preparing the pool and equipment accordingly.

• Performs various functions throughout the facility following facility policies and procedures in order to assist with the general operation of the facility

• Monitors proper maintenance and upkeep of the pool by regularly performing visual and chemical inspections, updating records and reports, and performing other routine maintenance activities according to established standards and procedures.

• Performs lifeguard duties as standardized by the American Red Cross in order to monitor and ensure the safety of the pool and swimmers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job involves significant and concerted physical exertion required for regular prolonged periods of swimming.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily in employer-owned facilities and pools such as community civic centers, recreation centers, etc. Work involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.

EEO STATEMENT:

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County 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 with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

ACCOMMODATION:

To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at accommodationrequest@pbjcal.org or phone at 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.

NOTE:

This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.

DISCLAIMER:

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required for this position and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.