Summer Lifeguard (Seasonal, Part-Time)

About Francis Parker School:

Francis Parker School (Parker) is a coeducational independent day school in San Diego, California with 1,330 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1912, the school’s mission is “to create and inspire a diverse community of independent thinkers whose academic excellence, global perspective and strength of character prepare them to make a meaningful difference in the world.” Parker has two campuses: one in Mission Hills (Lower School, Junior Kindergarten - Grade 5), and a second in Linda Vista (Middle and Upper School, Grades 6 - 12).

Job Description:

Parker seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated and passionate individual to be responsible for the safety of pool patrons and general maintenance of the facility. This is a seasonal position starting June 16th through August 15, 2025 with the possibility of extending into the 2025-2026 school year depending on school needs. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs all pool lifeguard responsibilities as assigned by Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director (e.g., supervising patrons and their activities, applying first aid, enforcing facility rules, reporting safety hazards to supervisor, performing water rescues as necessary, etc.).
• Observes conditions of the area assigned to ensure a safe environment, removing hazardous materials when necessary.
• Activates facility EAP and performs rescue, promptly renders CPR or emergency first aid. 
• Conducts and documents pool chemical and temperature testing results; notifies the Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director of chemical imbalances.
• Checks identification cards for authorized patrons. 
• Performs cleaning duties (e.g., basic janitorial services, vacuuming, skimming, etc.) and routine facility maintenance as assigned by Lead Lifeguard and/or Aquatics Director.
• Inspects stands, starting platforms, safety gear, etc. to ensure they are within the condition required by environmental health standards. Informs supervisor of deficiencies.
• Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment (e.g., specialized kits and bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, monitoring equipment, etc.).
• Prepares accident/incident reports after emergency situations. Notifies the Aquatics Director of all emergencies immediately.
• Works with hazardous materials (e.g., cleaning agents, pool chemicals, etc.). 

Qualifications:

• Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent;
• American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent;
• American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent;
• Knowledge of pool safety rules.
• Ability to appropriately identify hazards or hazardous situations and identify a patron's need for assistance immediately.
• Ability to tactfully, but forcefully, provide instruction on water safety, facility rules and regulations, and enforce them.
• Ability to conduct routine safety inspections of the facility and pool area to ensure they meet environmental health standards.
• Knowledge of and ability to conduct pool chemical testing, document the results, and adjust chemical imbalances, as directed.
• Ability to exercise control over a large group of people.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 

Salary and Benefits:

This is a part-time, seasonal position paying $21.00-$23.00 per hour depending on experience. This position is not eligible for benefits. Hours will vary based on your availability and needs of the school.

Non-Discrimination:

Parker values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, creed, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. 

Application Process:

If interested in the position, please fill out the electronic Francis Parker School Employment Application HERE. You will need to upload the following documents during this process: a cover letter and resume. 

If you CANNOT or DO NOT wish to submit your application through the link above, a cover letter, resume, and a completed employment application should be submitted electronically to: 

athleticjobs@francisparker.org

Please find the PDF of our employment application here: find it here

https://www.francisparker.org/about-us-/employment