Part-Time Lifeguard (Fall 2026 & Spring 2027)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience

• Minimum age of 16 years at time of hire.
• Any combination of education, training, and experience which produces knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. 

Licenses and Certifications

• American Red Cross Lifeguard or StarGuard Training Certificate which includes Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer within two weeks of hire and maintained as a condition of continued employment prior to performing lifeguarding duties on pool site. NLS will provide training.

SELECTION PROCESS
1. Complete online application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City’s application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.
2. The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. 
3.  Oral board interview (Pass/Fail)
4. Pre-Employment Screening – Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history check via submission of fingerprints; drug screening; and a Child Abuse & Neglect Registry clearance for applicants 18 years of age or above. *IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete.  

Swim Skills Assessment (Pass/Fail) - Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the Skyview location between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

 This test evaluates your comfort and ability in deep water. Candidates will be assessed on:
•    Swimming
•    Surface dives
•    Treading water
•    Weight retrieval

5. Selection/Offers 

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.   It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

QUESTIONS?
For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:
Monique Hesse | Human Resources Technician 
hessem@cityofnorthlasvegas.com

Lucero Gonzalez | Talent Acquisition Partner
gonzalezpachecol@cityofnorthlasvegas.com