Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Top 3 Lifeguards Jobs

  • Lifeguard (Aquatics) (Seasonal) (Vacancy) - City of Columbus, OH - Columbus,OH

    Seasonal Lifeguard Under immediate supervision, is responsible for, on a seasonal basis, protecting users of a public pool from injury and for enforcing regulations in connection with the prevention of accidents; performs related...

  • Hospitalist - OhioHealth - Columbus,OH

    OhioHealth, the largest hospital system in Central Ohio, has various employed hospitalist and nocturnist opportunities available. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer a variety of scheduling options among our group to fit...

  • Associate Dean of Students, Elementary School (2026-27) - United Schools Network - Columbus,OH

    Associate Dean of Students School Year: 2026-27 Position: Associate Dean of Students Campus: United Elementary State St. or United Elementary 17th St. Grade(s): Kindergarten-5th Grade Reports to: Dean of Students United Schools...

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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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