Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Top 3 Lifeguards Jobs

  • Lifeguard (Aquatics) (Seasonal) (Vacancy) - City of Columbus, OH - Columbus,OH

    Seasonal Lifeguard Under immediate supervision, is responsible for, on a seasonal basis, protecting users of a public pool from injury and for enforcing regulations in connection with the prevention of accidents; performs related...

  • Impactful Swim Instructor & Training Lead - British Swim School - Columbus,OH

    British Swim School in Columbus, Ohio, is looking for a dedicated Swim Instructor focused on teaching our aquatics program effectively. Your main responsibility will be to deliver lessons, engage with students and their families, and ensure safe...

  • Weekends Only - Planet Fitness - Columbus,OH

    Front Desk Associate Required open availability on both weekend days Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesGreet members, prospective members and guests by providing exceptional customer serviceHandle all...

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What They Do

Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.


Salary

  • 2020 employment: 117,500
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $25,630

Job Outlook

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 28,700
  • Growth rate: 24 percent (Much faster than average)

How to Become One

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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