Beach Lifeguard Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $20.59 - $27.50 Hourly
Location : Bellevue Aquatic Ctr, 601 143rd Ave NE, Bellevue, WA
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 26-00056
Department: Parks and Community Services
Division: PCS Recreation Entrprse Aquatics
Opening Date: 05/01/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NONAFF
Come Join the City of Bellevue!
Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.
New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.
Job Summary
**Typical hourly rate starts at $20.59 for pool lifeguards and $21.00 for beach lifeguards and will go up based on experience and level placed. Eligible for a hiring bonus up to $250, paid in two installments, dependent on hours worked by the seasonal end date.**
Hiring Bonus and Referral Bonus are valid until July 15, 2026. All offers made after July 15, 2026, will not by eligible for the bonus.
The City of Bellevue is currently seeking multiple Beach and Pool Lifeguards to work at the Bellevue Aquatic Center and City of Bellevue Beach Parks. These positions offer flexible hours in a fun work environment with the chance to provide a positive impact in many peoples' lives. The City of Bellevue focuses on a team-oriented approach to providing a safe and enjoyable Aquatic experience.
We are hiring Head Lifeguards, Senior Lifeguards and Lifeguards for all locations. This is a seasonal position with the opportunity to continue after the summer season.
Lifeguards: $20.59 - $22.63 Hourly
Beach Lifeguard: $21.00 - $22.63 Hourly
Senior Lifeguard: $22.65 - $25.00 Hourly
Head Lifeguard: $24.91 - $27.50 Hourly
Waiving Lifeguard Certification Course Fees

• Fees for the lifeguard certification course of $75.00 will be waived for lifeguard applicants who are selected for hire with the City of Bellevue. Employment is conditional upon successfully passing a criminal background check and completion of an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course taught at Bellevue Aquatic Center. Call 425-452-4444 for class schedule.

Lifeguards new to the City of Bellevue or returning lifeguards are eligible to receive a hiring bonus of up to $250
Note, if the employee continues past the end of the season, September 15, they will receive their final hiring bonus payment based on the hours completed by end of day September 15. Payment will be received on the following paycheck. The hiring bonus is available to new and returning hires through July 15, 2026.
Hours will vary: Morning, afternoon, and evenings and weekends
Hiring Process: Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The city evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only.
This hiring process will be used to fill multiple vacancies in Aquatics and Beaches across the city.
To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications.
We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible. We do not accept resumes and cover letters.
Only electronic applications are accepted.
At time of hire, applicants will need to provide social security number and date of birth.
Hiring Bonus and Referral Bonus are valid until July 15, 2026. All offers made after July 15, 2026, will not by eligible for the bonus.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Head Lifeguard
Responsibilities include providing lifeguard staff supervision, patron surveillance, enforcing beach park rules and regulations, administering staff training, taking a lead role in any emergency response situation, and performing general park maintenance duties.
Senior Lifeguard
Responsibilities include providing on-site supervision of lifeguard staff, enforcing beach park rules and regulations, providing patron surveillance and emergency response services, assisting in staff training, and performing general park maintenance duties.
Lifeguard/Beach lifeguard
Responsibilities include providing patron surveillance and emergency response services. The positions may also include providing swim instruction in both a group and private lesson format to various age groups.
Qualifications
Head Lifeguards
Must be at least 18 years old. Must have at least 2 years of lifeguarding experience. Experience supervising lifeguarding staff preferred. Must have and maintain current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
Senior Lifeguard
Must be at least 17 years old. Must have at least 1 year of experience. Must have and maintain current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
Lifeguard
Must be 15 years old for Pool Lifeguard/Swim Instructor. Must be 16 years old for Beach Lifeguard. Must have and maintain current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
Not Certified? Take our Lifeguard Training Class: The Bellevue Aquatic Center is offering an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification course. Program offers certification in lifeguard training, first aid, and CPR for the professional rescuer. Gain skills required to be a lifeguard. Classes will all be blended learning style with the online content sent out one week in advance to be completed before the test portion of the class. The pre-requisite swims will be held the first hour of the first day of each class.
Physical Demands

• The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work involves walking, talking, hearing. Vision abilities required by this job include the ability to focus for long periods of time.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high.
• The ability to swim 300 yards without stopping.
• The ability to submerge to a depth of 13 feet.

Supplemental Information
Hiring Bonus and Referral Bonus are valid until July 15, 2026. All offers made after July 15, 2026, will not by eligible for the bonus.
Definition of a Seasonal Employee:

• Must be pre-approved by Human Resources to ensure compliance with the legislation Regularly scheduled to work up to 40 hours per week for which the customary annual employment is six months or less
• "Customary" means that the nature of the position typically lasts for six months or fewer and that the period of employment begins at approximately the same time each year
• NOTE: Will be considered full-time and eligible for medical coverage if hours average 30 hours per week or more over a 12-month measurement period (or 130 hours per month)

For further information about the position, please contact Patrick Simmons at
HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial driver's license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.
Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees have no benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT II) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan, and any other benefits as required by law.
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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. If your answers do not align, you may edit your application before submitting. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application.

• I confirm that the information provided here is consistent with my application.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

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If you were referred to this position by a current City of Bellevue employee, please indicate their name anddepartment they work.
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This is a part-time / seasonal position. Are you looking for part-time / seasonal job?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have current American Red Cross certifications in; Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, where did you receive it and what is the expiration date? If no, will you be able to obtain certifications beforebeginning work? https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/parks/sports-and-athletics/bellevue-aquaticcenter
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Select the option that best describes your lifeguarding experience:

• No lifeguarding experience
• Less than 1 year of lifeguarding experience
• 1-2 years of lifeguarding experience
• More than 2 years of lifeguarding experience

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If you have previously worked as a lifeguard, please describe your experience.
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Have you ever supervised staff in an Aquatics environment? If yes, please describe your experience.
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What hours are you available to work?
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