LIFEGUARD

Salary: $38,000.00 - $69,533.00 Annually
Location : FULTON COUNTY ATLANTA, GA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Department: Senior Services
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
Closing Date: 9/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade:: 7

UNCLASSIFIED POSITION IN THE DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR SERVICES

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by one year of work experience that shows an ability to maintain steady employment in any field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain the following certifications: Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, and AED.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Veterans' Preference:
Qualifying veterans will be given preference in the form of a guaranteed invitation to interview for any position to which they applied and have been found to have met the minimum qualifications. Veterans' preference provides for hiring preference on initial appointment only. To see the full Fulton County Veterans' Preference Policy and Procedure, click here .
EXAMINATION :
The examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, accomplished by analysis of the application. Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education and experience as listed to be rated as qualified. If selected, an official, accredited college transcript is required, at time of employment, for all degrees/course work used to qualify for this position.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL BEFORE THEY ARE SUBMITTED. PLEASE REVIEW ALL APPLICATIONS FOR ACCURACY AND MAKE ALL CORRECTIONS BEFORE SUBMITTAL BECAUSE ERRORS CAN RESULT IN NOT MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT.

Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to enforce pool rules and regulations and monitor pool use for the safety of the general public.

Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures: ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Observes and oversees the activities of swimmers: scans the water; enforces pool rules; maintains discipline at facility; takes preventive safety actions; performs and completes safety checks; rescues distressed swimmers; provides emergency first aid and CPR; performs other emergency life-saving services as needed.

Maintains swimming pool and facility: monitors, regulates, and records pool chemical levels; monitors and regulates temperature of pool water; vacuums and skims pool; cleans deck areas, restrooms, locker rooms, walkways, and pool furniture; stocks paper goods; maintains related documentation.

Performs customer service functions: provides information to individuals regarding pool policies, procedures, programs, fees and other issues; responds to questions/complaints and initiates problem resolution.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable policies and procedures: maintains an awareness of new methods, equipment, and trends in the profession; participates in continuing education and in-service activities; attends meetings, in-service, and training sessions as appropriate.

Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives and reviews various documentation, including service reports, chemical testing logs, class rosters, and incident reports; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including chemical testing logs, flyers, and incident reports; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Operates or uses various equipment and supplies in order to complete work assignments: operates and maintains pool vacuum, chemical testing kit, and other equipment; operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.

Communicates with supervisor, other employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Additional Functions:
May assist with teaching swimming lessons, water aerobics, or other aquatics-related classes and special events. Performs other related duties as required.
For Applicants With Prior Military Service:

We strongly encourage veterans, prior military, and transitioning service members to apply. Many of the competencies and transferable skills developed through military service directly support success in this role, including:

• Customer Service Under Pressure: Provides calm, professional service, resolves complaints, communicates policies, and assists the public during routine and emergencies.
• Operational Planning and Execution: Executes safety checks, facility operations, documentation, and maintenance while following established procedures and regulations.
• Adaptability and Rapid Problem Solving: Quickly assesses emergencies, resolves problems, performs rescues, and provides CPR and first aid when needed.
• Team Cohesion and Communication: Coordinates with supervisors, coworkers, and the public to exchange information, resolve issues, and support operations.
• Safety and Risk Awareness: Monitors hazards, enforces safety procedures, conducts inspections, and takes preventive action to protect personnel and the public.
• Technical and Equipment Proficiency: Operates pool, safety, chemical-testing, and computer equipment while maintaining accurate records and facility conditions

Performance Aptitudes:

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information, following a prescribed plan requiring the exercise of some judgment. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to start, stop, operate and monitor the functioning of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. May include counting, recording of counts, and basic measuring.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetics, disability or sexual orientation.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. Please review all applications for accuracy and make all corrections before submittal because errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Department of Human Resources Management. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

02


What is your highest level of education completed?

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• None of the Above

03


How much experience as a lifeguard in an aquatic or recreation setting do you have?

• 0 - 5 months
• 6 months - 11 months
• 12 months - 23 months
• 24 months or more

04


Which license/certification do you currently possess?

• Lifeguard
• CPR
• First Aid
• AED
• None of the above
• All of the above

05


How many years of customer service experience do you currently have?

• I have no customer service experience
• 1 month - 5 months
• 6 months - 1 year
• 1 year or more

06


Do you have previous experience working with Seniors/Older Adults/Vulnerable Population in an aquatics setting?

• Yes
• No

07


Do you have prior experience with pool hygiene-testing and regulating water temperature, PH levels, and chlorine levels?

• Yes
• No

Required Question