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Summer Lifeguard

Northfield Public Schools
Temporary
On-site
Minnesota, United States
Lifeguard

  • Position Type:
      Community Education - Recreation/Summer Lifeguard

  • Date Posted:
      2/20/2026

  • Location:
      Northfield Community Education Center

  • Date Available:
      06/03/2026

  • Closing Date:
      03/16/2026

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    JOB ID: 4665 � Summer Lifeguard ï¿½ Part-time, temporary positions beginning 06/03/2026 - 08/31/2026.

    Location: Community Education  

    Scheduled Hours/Days: As needed

    Qualifications: 

    -Applicant must be age 16 by May 15 to apply
    -Applicant must provide proof of current lifeguard certification

    Pay Rate/Range: $15.02/hr.-$16.37/hr.  

    Compensation/Benefits/Perks: This position is not eligible for benefits.

    Deadline:  3/16/2026 -- EOE (02/20/2026) Employment is contingent upon completion of a background check.
     

    Please view the full job overview here

    Responsibilities:

    • Lifeguards will attend staff training the evening of June 3rd, and attend one to two further trainings throughout the summer.
    • Lifeguards will be alert to patrons, and be prepared to respond to all situations requiring attention, whether on deck or in the pool.
    • Lifeguards will arrive at least fifteen minutes early and ensure the lesson venue is safe and ready for patrons.
    • Lifeguards will wear a rescue tube and provide their own whistle and stocked fanny pack.
    • Lifeguards will remain at lifeguard post and stay focused throughout the duration of lessons.
    • Lifeguards will maintain order of the facility, most specifically with regards to patron behaviors while in the water and on deck.
    • Lifeguards will oversee child behavior, and with the help of the program supervisor and recreation coordinator, implement the disciplinary action plan as needed.
    • Lifeguards will be prepared to execute the EMS plan and know how to respond to emergency situations.
    • Lifeguards will communicate any concerns to the recreation coordinator.
    • Lifeguards will keep track of time worked and record on timesheet.
    • Lifeguards will openly communicate with the recreation coordinator, in a timely manner, regarding vacation requests, program issues, etc.
    • Lifeguards will be required to guard for up to two Saturday swim lesson dates, or two evening swim lesson dates.

     

     

    Application Process:
    Interested applicants should apply online at www.northfieldschools.org by March 16, 2026.
     
    Application Materials:
    1. Apply online at www.northfieldschools.org under "Employment," "Current Job Openings, "Community Education � Recreation."
    2. 2 References (listed only)
     
    Questions regarding this position:
    Melissa Bernhard
    MBernhard@northfieldschools.org
    507.664.3502