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Job description
Job Highlights
Our team is on a mission to create a safe, fun, and encouraging environment where kids not only learn to swim-they thrive! As a Lifeguard, you'll play a vital role in ensuring every swimmer enjoys a safe and positive experience. You'll stay alert, protect lives, and help foster a welcoming environment for our students and families.
We've earned top employer awards nationwide, and it's all thanks to dedicated team members. Ready to make a splash?
Why You'll Love It Here:
Make a Real Impact - You're the first line of safety, ensuring swimmers of all ages can learn and play with confidence.
Growth Opportunities - There are more opportunities beyond lifeguarding such as becoming a swim instructor or mentor.
Join a Supportive Team - Work alongside fun, motivated teammates who care about safety, learning, and each other.
Build Valuable Skills - Leadership, communication, quick decision-making-you'll strengthen them all here.
Responsibilities
What You'll Be Doing: Monitoring all pool activities to maintain a safe, positive environment.
Enforcing pool rules and responding quickly to emergencies.
Performing rescues, administering first aid, and using CPR/AED when necessary.
Conducting safety checks and reporting hazards or maintenance needs.
Maintaining a high level of attention at all times to reduce risks and promote safety
Supporting swim instructors and helping educate swimmers on water safety.
Keeping the pool area clean, organized, and hazard-free.
Participating in regular training and safety drills.
Providing exceptional customer service while always maintaining safety oversight.
The fun does not end there! Lifeguards also keep our pools safe for celebrations (parties) that are offered on weekends to families who book the space.
Your Schedule: Set shifts that include evenings and weekends
Great hours for students and part-timers
Opportunities to pick up more hours as you grow with us!
Qualifications
What It Takes: Current Lifeguard, CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications (Red Cross or equivalent) *Required*
Strong swimming and rescue skills
Ability to stay aware and act quickly in emergency situation
Dependable, safety-focused, and calm under pressure
Friendly, team-oriented attitude with great communication skills
Must be at least 15 years old
Pay Range
USD $18.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.
Pay and Perks
What You'll Earn: The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, depending on experience, skills, and certifications.
Entry-level team members start at the beginning of the pay range, with regular opportunities for pay increases as they grow.
Perks That Make a Difference: Tuition reimbursement program for students
Referral bonus program
Pay raises for top performance and certifications
FREE employee wellness program
Discounts on swim lessons and swim parties
Voluntary Aflac supplemental insurance plans at discounted rates
Discounts on pet insurance, products, and services through LifeMart
Voluntary 401(k)
Paid sick leave as required by State law
Great growth opportunities to become a mentor or leader
What You'll Gain: Confidence and leadership through lifesaving skills
Experience that stands out working with all ages
A strong sense of purpose-protecting lives and supporting your community
Mentorship and growth opportunities
Ready to Make a Difference?
We believe swimming is a life skill, not just a sport, and we take pride in creating a joyful, safe, and unforgettable experience for every student. Emler Swim School and our partner brands expand across 12 states and 60+ locations, teaching over 1 million students each year-and growing.
The position will remain open for up to 30 days from the posting date or until it is filled, whichever comes first.
Emler Swim and Gymnastic Schools participate in E-Verify to ensure all team members are authorized to work in the U.S. All applicants are subject to a background check following a conditional offer of employment.
Worksite address
madison, WI, 53774, US
Who can apply
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