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Lifeguard Training Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Montrose Recreation District

Lifeguard

Montrose, CO · On-site

$15.50 - $17/hr

Training & development **This position is accepting applications on an ongoing basis** General ... Work under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, Aquatics Leader and Lead Lifeguards.

City of Cortez, CO

Lifeguard

Cortez, CO · On-site

$16.10 - $17.08/hr

... Cross Lifeguard Training/First Aid certification- Current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification- Ability to pass pre-employment lifeguarding skills/knowledge testing ...

Montrose Recreation District

Lifeguard

Montrose, CO · On-site

$15.50 - $17/hr

Aquatic Center Lifeguard Benefits: * Accrued HFWA Sick Leave * Flexible schedule * Opportunity for ... Training & development **This position is accepting applications on an ongoing basis** General ...

City of Fort Lupton

Lifeguard

Fort Lupton, CO · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Municipal Pool Lifeguard Under direction, performs safety and recreational work supervising ... Attends training as required for continued education and meetings as required by supervisor.

City of Greeley

Lifeguard

Greeley, CO · On-site

$15.16 - $18.46/hr

American Red Cross (or equivalent) Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Essential Functions: * Recognize and effectively respond to emergency situations and perform ...

City of Greeley

Lifeguard

Greeley, CO · On-site

$15.16 - $18.46/hr

American Red Cross (or equivalent) Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Essential Functions: * Recognize and effectively respond to emergency situations and perform ...

Town of Castle Rock, CO

Head Lifeguard

Castle Rock, CO

$33K - $47K/yr

Provides on-the-job training to new Lifeguards * Completes all paperwork related to the position * Checks pool chemical levels * Assigns Lifeguard positions * Performs Lifeguard duty. Ensures safety ...

Town of Castle Rock

Head Lifeguard

Castle Rock, CO · On-site

$16.34 - $22.88/hr

Provides on-the-job training to new Lifeguards * Completes all paperwork related to the position * Checks pool chemical levels * Assigns Lifeguard positions * Performs Lifeguard duty. Ensures safety ...

Town of Castle Rock, CO

Lifeguard

Castle Rock, CO

$32K - $45K/yr

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required ... Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR/Professional Rescuer, AED and Administering Emergency Oxygen ...

City of Golden

Lifeguard

Golden, CO · On-site

$20.17 - $23.20/hr

Attends staff meetings and in-service training as required. Keeps all required certifications ... CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Current Lifeguard Training Certification (Red Cross ...

City of Golden, CO

Lifeguard

Golden, CO · On-site

$20.17 - $23.20/hr

Attends staff meetings and in-service training as required. Keeps all required certifications ... CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Current Lifeguard Training Certification (Red Cross ...

Town of Castle Rock, CO

Lifeguard

Castle Rock, CO

$32K - $45K/yr

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required ... Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR/Professional Rescuer, AED and Administering Emergency Oxygen ...

Montrose Recreation District

Lifeguard

Montrose, CO · On-site

$15.50 - $17/hr

Training & development **This position is accepting applications on an ongoing basis** General ... Work under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, Aquatics Leader and Lead Lifeguards.

Town of Castle Rock

Lifeguard

Castle Rock, CO · On-site

$15.71 - $21.99/hr

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required ... Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR/Professional Rescuer, AED and Administering Emergency Oxygen ...

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What is the difference between Lifeguard Training vs Swim Instructor?

AspectLifeguard TrainingSwim Instructor
Required CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Lifeguard CertificationCPR, First Aid, Swim Instructor Certification
Work EnvironmentPools, beaches, water parksPools, swim schools, community centers
Employer & Industry UsageRecreational facilities, aquatic centersSwim schools, community programs

Both Lifeguard Training and Swim Instructor roles involve water safety and require CPR and First Aid certifications. Lifeguard Training focuses on preventing and responding to emergencies, while Swim Instructors primarily teach swimming skills. Many facilities require both certifications for staff, but the main difference lies in their primary responsibilities: safety supervision versus teaching swimming techniques.

Where do lifeguard training get paid the most?

Lifeguard training itself does not determine pay; however, lifeguards tend to earn higher wages in regions with higher living costs and in private or luxury facilities such as resorts, country clubs, or water parks. Additionally, experienced lifeguards with advanced certifications like CPR and first aid may command higher pay in these environments.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Lifeguard Training jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Lifeguard Training job openings:

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Infographic showing various Lifeguard Training job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Lifeguard Trainer

Town of Castle Rock, CO

Castle Rock, CO • On-site

$35K - $49K/yr

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

This posting will remain open continuously until filled.

The Town of Castle Rock’s future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock’s identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Trains others to become lifeguards and become certified as American Red Cross Lifeguards
  • Ensures proper preparation of classroom, pool, materials and training equipment
  • Provides instruction for certification in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED and Oxygen Administration
  • Instructs candidates in Community Adult CPR, Child/Infant CPR and First Aid
  • Teach effective water rescues and lifeguarding skills
  • Provides instruction and interacts with students in the pool area (in and out of the water) and in the classroom
  • Evaluates students' progress. Follows American Red Cross guidelines in deciding whether the student passes
  • Prepares and grades lesson plans, homework, practice teachings and tests
  • Maintains communication with Aquatics Inservice Training Coordinator to update class status and request materials
  • Assists in instruction of regular inservice training sessions
  • May be required to perform emergency first aid and life-saving techniques
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required

Minimum Qualifications:

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.


Education:  High School Diploma or GED
Experience: One (1) year experience as a lifeguard; or an equivalent education, training, and experience 
Licenses and/or Certifications Required:

  • Must hold the following StarGuard Elite Certifications: Lifeguard Instructor, First Aid, CPR/Professional Rescuer, AED and Administering Emergency Oxygen, Epi Pin and Rescue Inhaler.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of and ability to physically perform and demonstrate various rescue techniques, life-saving procedures and water safety instruction
  • Ability to effectively convey information to students
  • Ability to physically withstand exposure to warm temperatures, chemicals, water and other conditions found in the pool area
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and advisory data to problem resolution. Advisory data includes Parks and Recreation policies and procedures and lifeguarding manuals 

Physical Demands:

  • Occasional physical work lifting no more than 10 pounds 
  • Occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing
  • Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stop, kneel, crouch or crawl
  • Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment
  • Vision for reading, recording and interpreting information
  • Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens


Work Environment:

  • Extended periods of time in the pool and pool area with exposure to temperature extremes, varying weather conditions, chemicals, water and other conditions found in the pool area 


Equipment Used:

  • This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment
 
 
Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check prior to commencing employment.
 
 
The Town of Castle Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
  

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