Lifeguard Instructor Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $39,528.00 - $52,968.00 Annually
Location : 1150 S Ivy, Canby, OR
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-00054
Department: Swim Center
Opening Date: 06/25/2026
Position Overview
The City of Canby is recruiting for a Head Lifeguard at the Canby Swim Center. The typical schedule for this position will be Tuesday - Saturday, to include afternoons and evenings. This position will remain open until filled and first review of applications will be on July 16, 2026.
Observe the activities of patrons at the Swim Center in the pool and surrounding areas to protect life, prevent accidents and enforce pool regulations. Responsible for the safety and general welfare of swimmers at the Canby Swim Center. Respond to emergency situations as needed. Rescue swimmers in emergency situations and provide emergency medical treatment. Assist in the maintenance of facilities and equipment. Perform other tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. Act as lead at the Swim Center during early mornings, nights and on weekends.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides informal training/instruction to volunteers and new employees.
Duties and Responsibilities
The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities.
Lifeguarding

• Provide life-guarding services. Respond to emergency situations; rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning. If necessary, administer CPR/First Aid. Prepare and submit accident/incident.

Training

• Teach basic swim lessons approved by the Canby Swim Center.
• Provide a training atmosphere that promotes inclusion and satisfaction of all participants. Teach school lessons as needed. Lead in-services and lifeguard classes.
• Provide a program/class atmosphere that promotes and encourages inclusion and satisfaction of all participants. Assist with school lessons and oversight during public lessons.

Aquatic Center Support

• Participate in in-service training, orientations and other staff meetings as requested. Assist Lifeguard I / II with duties as needed.
• Assist at the front desk as needed. Greet the public; provide information and assistance regarding schedules, registration, program descriptions and other general information over the phone and in person. Accept and receipt payments from customers.
• Complete applicable reports and records.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in and around the Swim Center facilities. Clean pool deck, locker rooms and rest rooms. Perform other general housekeeping duties in and around the Swim Center, i.e., hosing, vacuuming, picking up litter, etc.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service. Create a positive experience for patrons through professional and courteous behavior.
• Practice safe work habits and contribute to the safety of self, co-workers, and the public.
• Represent the City in a positive and professional manner. Respond to questions from citizens and visitors. Direct visitors to desired locations. Provide general assistance as needed.

• Maintain cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations, and the general public. Respect diversity in the workplace.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas.
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Competency Profile
The individual in this position is expected to possess or acquire:

• General knowledge of the principles and practices of swimming, life guarding and water safety.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of first aid and CPR.
• Understanding of the basic operations, services, and activities of a public swimming facility.
• Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures for a swim center.
• Must be comfortable working with participants of all ages.
• Ability to recognize and prevent hazardous situations.
• Ability to present a positive public image through quality of work and good public relations.
• Leadership and public relation skills.
• Good physical swimming ability and personal safety skills are required.
• Must be able to respond both mentally and physically to any emergencies that arise.

Job Qualification Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent to high school education
• Two years of lifeguard / instructor experience
• Or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties.
• Possession of current, valid CPR, AED, first aid, Lifeguard and Lifeguard instructor certification.

Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in a public swimming pool as a lifeguard II or instructor.
Working Conditions and Supplemental Information
Mental effort
Normal concentration and attention to detail with normal deadlines.
Physical effort
Moderate: The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as tables, equipment, and medium-sized parts. The work may require specific but common physical characteristics and abilities, such as above-average agility and dexterity.
Work environmentModerate Risks/Discomforts: Most duties take place inside a building and in or around a swimming pool, with exposure to pool chemicals, fumes, humid conditions, and wet, slippery surfaces. The remainder of the work period occurs under usual office working conditions where the noise level is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises.
Travel requirements
No travel requirements.
Hours required
Work schedule may include weekends, holidays, or other shifts outside of a typical workweek.
Additional Information:
Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and reference checks as part of the contingent employment offer process. Certain positions at the City of Canby will also require a drug screen.
Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 verification process confirming authorization to work in the United States.
The City of Canby is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and/or selection process should contact
The City of Canby prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of Canby are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Status of Your Application:
City of Canby only accepts applications through our online application system at For technical assistance, please call 855-524-5627.
You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the applications process and through your applicant portal. Please note that the City of Canby communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from governmentjobs it will impact our ability to communicate status updates with you.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform.
Veteran's Preference Statement
Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) - OR - Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension.
• Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at:

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website:
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS FOR AFSCME REPRESENTED EMPLOYEES
(Benefits are pro-rated for part time employees working 20-39 hours a week)
Effective July 1, 2025
Retirement: The City of Canby participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP). The City pays the employees share of 6% of employee's salary into the plan. The City participates in the PERS Sick Leave Provision and reports accrued/unused sick leave to PERS after the sick leave retirement benefit has been calculated (refer to Sick Leave).
Deferred Compensation: The City offers several options for participation in a 457 deferred comp plan. Participation is voluntary and contributions are made by the employee.
Vacation: Paid vacation is based on length of service (the accrual rate per pay period is the annual rate divided by the total number of pay periods). All regular employees who have been employed with the City for at least six (6) months are eligible for vacation benefits. The maximum vacation accrual limit is 280 hours.
1-3 years 96 hours annually
4-8 years 120 hours annually
9-13 years 160 hours annually
14 + years 200 hours annually
Comp Time: Employees may elect additional time off from work in lieu of payment for overtime work performed. Maximum accrual allowed is sixty (80) hours. Employees have the option to cash out up to eighty hours of accrued unused comp time twice (2) per fiscal year.
Longevity: Employees become eligible for longevity pay in the amount of one and a half percent (1.5%) of the base salary after completing eight (8) years of continuous employment with the City of Canby. Employees become eligible for longevity pay in the amount of two percent (2%) of their base salary after completing fifteen (15) years of continuous employment with the City.
Holidays: Employees are compensated for 13 holidays per year.
New Years Day - January 1
Dr. Martin Luther King's Birthday - 3rd Monday in January
President's Day - 3rd Monday in February
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Independence Day - July 4
Labor Day - 1st Monday in September
Veteran's Day - November 11
Day after Thanksgiving - 4th Friday in November
Thanksgiving - 4th Thursday in November
Christmas Eve - December 24
Christmas Day - December 25
Two Personal Floating Holidays (16 hours)
Sick Leave: Employees earn ninety six (96) hours of sick leave annually (the accrual rate per pay period is the annual rate divided by the total number of pay periods). Upon retirement under the City's retirement plan, an employee shall be compensated for fifty percent (50%) of their accumulated but unused sick leave. The number of hours of sick leave for which compensation is provided shall not exceed five hundred (500).
Funeral Leave: In the event of a death in the employee's immediate family, employee is entitled leave of absence with pay up to three (3) working days as may be necessary. The employee's immediate family shall include the employee's spouse, ex-spouse, child(ren), step-children, parent(s), brother(s), step-brothers, sister(s), step-sisters, grandparent(s), father-in-law, mother-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, aunts, uncles and grandchildren and other other family member as defined by OFLA or FMLA.
Family Medical Leave: Family, medical, and parental leave will be granted in accordance with all applicable state and federal law and the City of Canby policy. Family, medical and parental leave laws include, but are not limited to, the federal Family Medical Leave Act ("FMLA"), Paid Leave Oregon, and Oregon Family Leave Act ("OFLA"). An employee shall utilize all accrued paid leave in excess of sixty (60) hours prior to taking unpaid leave.
Health & Welfare: Refer to Collective Bargaining Agreement for current language regarding health insurance benefits. See rate sheet for current employee contribution amounts.
Disability Benefits:

• Workers Compensation - All employees are covered by Worker's Compensation. This type of insurance covers employees in case of on-the-job injuries or job-related illnesses.
• Life Insurance - The City provides life insurance in the amount of one and one-half (1 ½) times an employee's annual salary (maximum $150,000).
• AD&D - The City provides Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance in the amount of one and one-half (1 ½) times an employee's annual salary (maximum $150,000).
• LTD - The City provides a program of long term disability insurance.
• Supplemental Life Options and Short Term Disability - Available for purchase by employee. City does not contribute.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA): An FSA allows an employee to set aside a portion of earnings to pay fo