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Lifeguard

Lifeguards practicing a rescue
Lifeguards practicing a rescue in the pool

Department: Aquatics

Title: Lifeguard

Reports to: Aquatics Supervisor / Aquatics Director

Position length:  Continuously accepting applicants–
variable 10-25 hours per work week; actual number of hours per week depends on individual availability.

​​Become part of our team!  River Road Park and Recreation District is always open to receiving applications for part-time currently certified lifeguards!

See * below to download a digital application TODAY!

Not certified?  River Road Park and Recreation District offers a either the StarGuardElite (SGE) or the American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Training Program,  as determined each season (winter, spring, summer, fall).  

General Lifeguard Training Course (either SGE or ARC) Pre-Requisites:

  • 15 years of age+
  • Ability to swim 300 yards
  • Ability to tread water using feet/legs only, no use of hands
  • Ability to perform a feet first surface dive to a depth of twelve feet (12’)

Upcoming Course dates:

We will announce upcoming Fall 2025 classes here:
*Download digital appication at link below! Print out, fill in and submit at River Road Park and Recreation District Main or Pool Offices, 1400 Lake Drive, Eugene, EOE

JOB APPLICATION Current Fillable (003).pdf
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