Salary: $13.00 - $16.50 Hourly
Location : Albuquerque, NM
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 2600761
Department: Summer-Seasonal Departments
Opening Date: 01/27/2026
Closing Date: 1/31/2027 11:59 PM Mountain
Bargaining Unit: OT
Position SummaryJob descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
This is an unclassified at-will position.AQUATICS AIDE - Hourly Rate $13.00:Perform a variety of clerical tasks in support of assigned area to include assisting with cashiering, basic sorting, filing and/ or copying; assist with the instruction of aquatic swimming and safety courses; and assist in general maintenance and upkeep of the Aquatics facility.This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.LIFEGUARD/SWIM INSTRUCTOR - Hourly Rate $13.50:
Monitor activities in City swimming areas; prevent accidents and provide customer service and assistance to swimmers while keeping a safe aquatic environment; rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid as needed; assist with the instruction of aquatic swimming and safety courses and assist in general maintenance and upkeep of the swimming facility.This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.HEAD LIFEGUARD - Hourly Rate $15.00:Lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for ensuring safety at City swimming pools; instruct swimming, lifesaving and safety courses; assist in general maintenance and upkeep of the swimming facility and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.POOL SUPERVISOR - Hourly Rate $16.50:Supervise employees at an assigned City swimming facility; maintain facility according to State, City and department regulations; assist in public relations.This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. Minimum Education, Experience And Additional RequirementsAQUATICS AIDE: Must be at least 16 years old. Applicants 15 years of age may be eligible for the entry level position with a required work permit. Office and/or clerical support experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of a valid water attraction lifeguard certificate or swim lesson instructor certificate if teaching swimming lessons within three (3) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid Cash Handling certification from the City of Albuquerque within three (3) months from date of hire.
LIFEGUARD INSTUCTOR:Must be at least 15 years old. Applicants 15 years of age may be eligible for the entry level position with a required work permit.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of a valid CPR, first aid and lifeguard certificate.
HEAD LIFEGUARD:Must be at least 18 years old. Three (3) seasons (Summer, Spring, Fall and/or Winter) as a lifeguard. Supervisor and/or lead experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid CPR, first aid and lifeguard certificate.
POOL SUPERVISOR:Three (3) seasons (Summer, Spring, Fall and/or Winter) of aquatic program experience. Supervisor and/or lead experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid CPR, first aid and lifeguard certificate.
Possession of a valid CPR instructor, first aid instructor and lifeguard instructor certificate within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid Certified Pool Operator's certificate within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid Cash Handling certification from the City of Albuquerque within six (6) months from date of hire.
Working ConditionsEnvironmental:
Office environment; exposure to computers. Pool environment; exposure to heat, potentially hazardous chemicals, inclement weather conditions, work in or with water, work on slippery or uneven surfaces
Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing, sitting and walking for prolonged periods.
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Are you currently a full time student?
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Indicate which school you are currently attending.
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Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?
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Are you at least 16 years of age or 15 years of age and possess a valid work permit?
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Identify which positions you are interested in. Select all that apply.
- Aquatics Aide
- Lifeguard Instructor
- Head Lifeguard
- Pool Supervisor
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Do you possess a current valid Lifeguard certification?
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Do you possess a current valid CPR certification?
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Do you possess a current valid First Aid certification?
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Do you possess three (3) seasons of Aquatics /Recreation program experience to include one (1) year previous work experience with recommendation from a supervisor?
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Do you possess supervisor and/or lead experience?
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Do you possess office and/or clerical support experience?
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Do you possess a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire?
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Indicate which quadrant(s) within the City of Albuquerque (NE, NW, SE, SW or All) you would like to work.
- Northeast
- Northwest
- Southeast
- Southwest
- ALL
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