Aquatics - Senior Lifeguard - Pool & Beaches

Salary: $22.46 - $26.82 Hourly Location : Peter Kirk Pool - 340 Kirkland Ave, WA Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 202100731 Location: Parks & Community Services - Aquatics Coordinator Opening Date: 02/11/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: N/A Job Summary Aquatics - Senior Lifeguard - Pool & BeachesPay Rate: $22.46 - $26.82 Take your lifeguarding skills to the next level and make a meaningful impact in your community this summer! The City of Kirkland is hiring Senior Lifeguards to lead at the Peter Kirk Pool and Kirkland's three swimming beaches. In this leadership role, you'll mentor new lifeguards, assist with swim lessons, provide outstanding customer service, and help ensure that swimmers stay safe and confident in the water. This is a rewarding opportunity to strengthen your skills, gain valuable leadership experience, and play a key role in keeping our aquatic programs running smoothly. Previous lifeguarding experience is required, making this the perfect chance for experienced lifeguards to step up, guide others, and contribute to a fun, dynamic aquatics team. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesGood verbal, written, and telephone communication skills are required. Ability to interact courteously with the public to acknowledge both compliments and complaints. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Demonstrated good judgement in problem solving and responding to customer needs. Proficiency in standard computer software. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification is required on or before the first day of employment. Minimum of two seasons of aquatics experience. Minimum 18 years of age. Must be able to pass the Aquatics Skill Checks. Successful completion of a thorough background check as required by the Child/Adult Abuse Information Act Other Hours of Work Employee works a flexible schedule which includes early morning, daytime, evening hours, and weekends June-September. Work schedule and needs may fluctuate during periods of low attendance and poor weather days. Must be available to work on July 4th. Special Note Applicants are encouraged to submit their profiles at the earliest possible date as screening, interviewing, and hiring decisions will be made throughout the recruitment period, until such time as all vacancies are filled. Interviews will be scheduled in March and April. The position and interviews will close on Friday, April 18th.Candidates who are selected to interview will be required to complete a criminal background check. Selection Process Applicants who are invited to interview will be notified by phone or email. Job is open until filled. The City of Kirkland is a welcoming community where every person can thrive and grow. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and work together to support our community. We do this by solving problems, focusing on the customer, and respecting all people who come into the City whether to visit, live, or work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to creating a workforce that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply to our job postings. Persons with a disability who need reasonable accommodations in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 425-587-3210 or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf at 711. This position is not eligible for benefits. 01 Have you ever worked in the City of Kirkland Aquatics Program before? Or are you a returning Aquatics staff member? Yes No 02 What Position are you applying for? Pool Senior Lifeguard Pool & Beach Senior Lifeguard 03 This position requires you to be at least 18 years old by May 1st. Will you be at least 18 years old on May 1, 2026? Yes No 04 Are you currently certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard? Yes, and my certification is valid through September 1, 2026 Yes, but my certification expires before September 1, 2026 No, I am not currently certified 05 How many seasons of lifeguarding experience do you have? At least 1 season 2-3 seasons 4 or more seasons Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04