The City of Blue Ash is recruiting for Lifeguards for our 2026 aquatics team. Blue Ash Lifeguards keep patrons safe, enforce rules, and help keep the pool clean. This is a great job for applicants who enjoy working with people and learning new skills. This is also a great opportunity for teens, college students and teachers. Morning, daytime, evening and weekend schedules available. Free training and certification available!
Starting pay of $13.29 an hour plus raises for each summer of work and meeting incentive criteria.
This is a Part-Time Seasonal position with typical employment from April to September.This position will enjoy contributions into the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System; free individual membership to the Blue Ash Recreation Center with eligibility and discount for family members; and discounts at the Blue Ash Golf Course and Sandtrap Grill Restaurant.
Examples of Duties:
- Lifeguards will assist supervisory and professional staff members with the day-to-day operations of the pool.
- Responsible for all duties involved with daily operations, activities, special events, and equipment.
- Will complete opening, closing, and maintenance checklists and procedures as required.
- Know and enforce all rules and regulations according to the Pool Rules and Policies.
- Must be able to attend all staff trainings and meetings as scheduled throughout the year.
Typical Qualifications:
- Must hold current certifications through the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding, CPR-AED for lifeguards.
- NOTE: The Blue Ash Recreation Center will provide free training and certification for lifeguard applicants.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and perform Lifeguarding, CPR, AED and First Aid.
- Positive customer service skills; frequently converses and interacts with patrons.
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- Work environment is primarily outdoors.
- Ability to work weekends April through September.
