City, State:

Ocean City, Maryland

 

Job Title: Lifeguard
Location: Ocean City, MD
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Status: Seasonal
Reports to:
 

Pay Range: $17/hour

Job Summary:
The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of all guests using the pool and surrounding areas. This role monitors activity, enforces pool rules, and responds to emergencies as needed, creating a clean, safe, and welcoming recreational environment aligned with guest service and safety standards.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Monitor guest activity in and around the pool to ensure safe use of all aquatic facilities

• Enforce pool rules and safety guidelines consistently and respectfully

• Recognize and respond to emergency situations swiftly using approved rescue techniques

• Administer first aid and CPR as trained and authorized, and activate emergency protocols when necessary

• Provide friendly, helpful service by answering guest questions and offering resort information

• Perform daily pool area inspections and assist with cleanliness, water clarity, and equipment maintenance as assigned

• Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment when handling pool chemicals

• Practice sustainability and safe work habits in alignment with property standards and environmental programs

• Complete all required documentation, safety logs, and maintenance checklists accurately and on time

• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Required Experience, Education, and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification required

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required (may be included in Lifeguard certification)

• Previous lifeguard or pool attendant experience preferred

• Strong awareness of safety practices and guest service standards

• Ability to remain alert, focused, and calm in high-pressure situations

• Excellent communication and decision-making skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Must be dependable, punctual, and professional in appearance and conduct

Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat and sun exposure

• Frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 25 lbs), bending, and reaching throughout the shift

• Regular exposure to pool chemicals including chlorine and other sanitizing agents

• Flexible schedule required, including weekends, holidays, and evening shifts as needed

• Must remain physically fit to perform rescues, administer aid, and maintain visual supervision for extended periods

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Stonebridge is committed to equal employment opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or medical condition. All aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, advancement, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination, will be conducted without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled team members.

Resumes and applications for employment will be evaluated based on qualifications and the ability to meet the position's requirements.

All Stonebridge openings are projected to close within 30 days of the original posting date. This position will no longer be available 30 days from:

2026-03-26

Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.