2026 Aquatics Aide/Lifeguard/Swim Instructor/Head Lifeguard/Pool Supervisor UN
City of Albuquerque
·Jan 26, 2026
- Salary
- $13 – $16/hr
- Location
- Albuquerque, NM, NM, US
- Experience
- 16+ years
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
| Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. This is an unclassified at-will position. AQUATICS AIDE - Hourly Rate $13.00: Perform a variety of clerical tasks in support of assigned area to include assisting with cashiering, basic sorting, filing and/ or copying; assist with the instruction of aquatic swimming and safety courses; and assist in general maintenance and upkeep of the Aquatics facility. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. LIFEGUARD/SWIM INSTRUCTOR - Hourly Rate $13.50: Monitor activities in City swimming areas; prevent accidents and provide customer service and assistance to swimmers while keeping a safe aquatic environment; rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid as needed; assist with the instruction of aquatic swimming and safety courses and assist in general maintenance and upkeep of the swimming facility. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. HEAD LIFEGUARD - Hourly Rate $15.00: Lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for ensuring safety at City swimming pools; instruct swimming, lifesaving and safety courses; assist in general maintenance and upkeep of the swimming facility and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. POOL SUPERVISOR - Hourly Rate $16.50: Supervise employees at an assigned City swimming facility; maintain facility according to State, City and department regulations; assist in public relations. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. |
| AQUATICS AIDE: Must be at least 16 years old. Applicants 15 years of age may be eligible for the entry level position with a required work permit. Office and/or clerical support experience preferred. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid water attraction lifeguard certificate or swim lesson instructor certificate if teaching swimming lessons within three (3) months from date of hire. Possession of a valid Cash Handling certification from the City of Albuquerque within three (3) months from date of hire. |
LIFEGUARD INSTUCTOR: Must be at least 15 years old. Applicants 15 years of age may be eligible for the entry level position with a required work permit. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid CPR, first aid and lifeguard certificate. HEAD LIFEGUARD: Must be at least 18 years old. Three (3) seasons (Summer, Spring, Fall and/or Winter) as a lifeguard. Supervisor and/or lead experience preferred. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid CPR, first aid and lifeguard certificate. POOL SUPERVISOR: Three (3) seasons (Summer, Spring, Fall and/or Winter) of aquatic program experience. Supervisor and/or lead experience preferred. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire. Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire. Possession of a valid CPR, first aid and lifeguard certificate. Possession of a valid CPR instructor, first aid instructor and lifeguard instructor certificate within six (6) months from date of hire. Possession of a valid Certified Pool Operator's certificate within six (6) months from date of hire. Possession of a valid Cash Handling certification from the City of Albuquerque within six (6) months from date of hire. |
Office environment; exposure to computers. Pool environment; exposure to heat, potentially hazardous chemicals, inclement weather conditions, work in or with water, work on slippery or uneven surfaces
Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing, sitting and walking for prolonged periods.
Skills
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