Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Top 3 Lifeguards Jobs

  • Lifeguard - North YMCA - YMCA - Columbus,OH

    Ymca Of Central Ohio Lifeguard Hourly Rate: $14 (September-April) No experience required Benefits: FREE YMCA Family Membership Paid lifeguard training Discounted programming Career...

  • Lifeguard - City of Gahanna - Columbus,OH

    Lifeguard Position Under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor, the Lifeguard position includes the following duties: Assists the Aquatic Supervisor, Pool Managers, Assistant Pool managers, Aquatics Coordinators, and...

  • Lifeguard (Outdoor Education) (Seasonal) (Vacancy) - Government Jobs - Powell,OH

    Outdoor Education Lifeguard Outdoor Education Lifeguards assist summer camp participants with safety and introductory paddling instruction. Under immediate supervision, is responsible for, on a seasonal basis, protecting users of a...

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What They Do

Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.


Salary

  • 2020 employment: 117,500
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $25,630

Job Outlook

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 28,700
  • Growth rate: 24 percent (Much faster than average)

How to Become One

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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