2026 Summer Aquatics - Lifeguards, Camp Leaders, ...

Salary: $20.15 - $22.21 Hourly Location : Multiple THPRD locations - Beaverton, OR Job Type: Part-time and Seasonal Job Number: 26-00027 Department: Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (Multiple Departments) Opening Date: 02/25/2026 Closing Date: 8/1/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Description New - Earn to LearnEarn to Learn provides paid training pathways into employment for aquatic jobs Individuals ages 16 and older have the opportunity to apply for a Lifeguard or Swim Instructor position and receive paid, professional training while obtaining required certifications. Start building aquatic experience while earning a paycheck! 2026 Summer Aquatics - Lifeguards, Camp Leaders, Instructors, Head Guards Aquatics professionals report to the pool! The Tualatin Hills Parks and Recreation District (THPRD) is seeking team members to support our Aquatics Program in the Beaverton area. This is a great opportunity to use your aquatic training and leadership skills to help others stay safe and enjoy being in the pool. All aquatic positions are eligible for a bilingual pay incentive to staff who regularly use their bilingual or multilingual skills! Scheduling: We're hiring for multiple roles across various facilities, with hours based on program needs. Part-time employees work fewer than 1,560 hours annually. Seasonal staff work up to 40 hours per week for a maximum of six consecutive months, with a required 13-week break in service before rehire eligibility. Shifts vary from 2-29 hours per week, between 6:00 am and 9:00 pm, with weekend shifts available. Aquatics Positions:Aquatics Camp Leader duties include, but are not limited to: Teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities Planning swimming lessons that consider students' abilities and progressive development Aquatics Camp Leaders are responsible for planning, preparing, instructing, and/or leading general and/or specialized activities for program participants. Pay rate range: $20.15 - $21.41 hourly The hiring range for this position is $20.15 to $21.41, based on experience and internal equity. The full hourly range for this job classification is $20.15 to $22.71. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September. Lifeguard duties include, but are not limited to: Providing lifeguard services such as responding to emergencies, and administering CPR/First Aid when necessary Providing a program/class atmosphere that promotes and encourages inclusion and satisfaction of all participants Training as an aide in lessons and teaching basic swim lessons Assisting at the front desk as needed Pay rate: $20.15 hourly The full hourly range for this job classification is $20.15 to $22.71. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September. Swim Instructor duties include, but are not limited to: Teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities Planning swimming lessons that consider students' abilities and progressive development Providing a program/class atmosphere that promotes and encourages inclusion and satisfaction of all participants Preferred skill: Spanish instruction (5% pay premium on top of hourly rate - bilingual pay incentive) Current pay rate: $21.15 hourly The hiring rate for this position is $21.15. The full hourly range for this job classification is $21.15 to $23.85. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September. Head Guard duties include, but are not limited to: Assigning duties to part-time staff, and ensuring lifeguards perform in accordance with established work safety regulations and guidelines Providing lifeguard services, responding to emergencies, and administering CPR/First Aid when necessary Assisting at the front desk as needed Monitoring water chemistry (every two hours at indoor facilities; hourly at outdoor pools). Opening and closing procedures, including facility inspections Current pay rate: $22.21 hourly (Must be at least 18 years of age) The hiring rate for this position is $22.21.The full hourly range for this job classification is $22.21 to $25.04. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September. Click the hyperlinked job title to view the full job description. Job descriptions reflect current rate ranges. Employees receive free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for their household, as well as a discount on camps and classes.. Be sure to check out the "Benefits" tab to see what the district offers you!Application Review: The hiring team will review applications as they are received to assess fitness for the role. If your qualifications align with our needs, we will contact you directly to discuss the next steps. Please note, this recruitment process will be used to fill multiple openings and will continue until all positions are filled. THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at Please follow THPRD on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram to learn more about our organization. What We Offer You Enjoy comprehensive benefits as a part-time employee, including access to a confidential Employee Assistant Program, complimentary drop-in visits to THPRD recreation facilities, discounts on various class offerings and more! THPRD is committed to providing flexible part-time employment options tailored to your individual needs. PART-TIME VARIABLE (PT): Part-time variable (PT) employees work less than 29 hours per week on average annually. However, they have the option of working additional hours during periods like summer or winter months. PT are eligible to receive benefits such as Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, Compassionate Leave, and Inclement Weather Pay (if required to work). SEASONAL: Seasonal employment is temporary and allows employees to work only during certain times of the year, up to 40 hours per week for a maximum duration of six (6) consecutive months. Seasonal employees are eligible to receive benefits such as Holiday Pay, Compassionate Leave, and Inclement Weather Pay (if required to work). Effective February 15, 2026, seasonal employees will also be eligible to accrue Paid Time Off (PTO)! Available to all classifications:Great Place to Work THPRD is a certified as of June 2024! THPRD offers opportunities to participate in Employee Resource Groups, including employee-led affinity groups, a Transformation & Allyship Group, or the district's Welcoming & Inclusive Committee. These groups each support equity and justice-based work within the district. Participation is included as regular paid time for part-time or full-time employees. To learn more, visit THPRD's webpage. Bilingual employees who utilize their language skills in the workplace up to 10% of the time, can earn an additional 5% pay incentive. Employee appreciation events, employee recognition programs and more! Health & Wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which includes, legal consultations and mediation, wellness and gym discounts, up to six (6) free counseling sessions, per counseling issue, life and career coaching, home ownership and housing support program and much more! All members of the employee's household are covered and may use EAP services. An Employee Wellness Program (EWP), allowing free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for you and your household Employees and their household can register for camps and classes during in-district registration and receive a 20% discount Leave Paid Time Off - Paid leave type for part-time variable employees. Paid Time Off (PTO), will accrue at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked. This is in addition to Sick leave and may be scheduled by employees for any reason! Effective February 15, 2026 the accrual rate for PTO will increase to one (1) hour earned for every 23 hours worked and will include seasonal employees! The ability to accrue paid sick leave at a rate of one (1) hour earned for every 30 hours worked Family Medical Leave eligibility for qualified family and medical related reasons Paid compassionate leave is available to all part-time employees to grieve the loss of an immediate family member, to make arrangements (if necessary), and to attend memorial services. Employees are eligible for paid compassionate leave for up to the hours scheduled in their average work week. Retirement Available savings for retirement through a 457(b)-deferred compensation plan by contributing pre-tax dollars from your paycheck Local Government An opportunity to make a difference within your community through public service A variety of opportunities within local government that support your professional development and evolving interests! Opportunities to apply for internal positions, explore a variety of park and recreation careers, and gain meaningful experience. THPRD is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. For eligibility requirements and information, please visit the website Community Partnerships Seasonal discounts to community partners such as Nike, Adidas, and Columbia Sportswear 01 Which position(s) interest you? Select all that apply. Aquatics Camp Leader Head Guard Lifeguard Swim Instructor 02 Please select any of the following certifications that you currently hold (if any). Be aware that if you hold a certification, but is has expired, you should not indicate that you currently hold that certification. First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) American Red Cross Lifeguard Training American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (or equivalent) None 03 Please select your primary preferred work location: Aloha Swim Center Aquatic Center - 50M Beaverton Swim Center Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center Harman Swim Center Raleigh Hills Swim Center (summer only) Somerset West Swim Center (summer only) Sunset Swim Center 04 Please choose any additional centers you're interested in working at, or select N/A if none. Aloha Swim Center Aquatic Center - 50M Beaverton Swim Center Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center Harman Swim Center Raleigh Hills Swim Center (summer only) Somerset West Swim Center (summer only) Sunset Swim Center N/A 05 If your preferred location is not available, are you willing to work at other locations? Yes No 06 Briefly tell us about your aquatic work experience, leadership roles (if any) and what unique skills you will bring to the THPRD Aquatics team. 07 The district offers a pay incentive for staff who regularly use bilingual or multilingual skills at work. Are you fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing)? Yes No 08 Will you be claiming Veterans Preference? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04