Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCV114: Lifeguard

Lifeguard

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCV114
1
None
       
       
Hourly
As Hourly
As Annual
15.55 - 17.36 - 20.01 USD Hourly
$15.55 - $17.36 - $20.01
$32,344.00 - $36,108.80 - $41,620.80

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lifeguard ensures the safety of all individuals at County pool facilities by monitoring swimming areas, enforcing rules, and responding to emergencies. This position also supports aquatics programming, assists with water quality maintenance, and promotes a clean and safe environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Monitor swimming areas to prevent accidents and enforce safety rules.
  • Respond to emergencies in the pool area, perform rescues, initiate emergency procedures, and administer first aid.
  • Assist with routine monitoring of pool water chemistry and adjust chemical levels to maintain safety standards.
  • Support the implementation and instruction of County-sponsored swim programs.
  • Inspect and clean pool facilities; assist with pool maintenance, including refilling and routine upkeep.
  • Officiate or assist with swim meets and aquatic events.
  • Develop and deliver aquatic programs such as swim lessons and water safety instruction; maintain accurate records.
  • Handle sensitive or confidential information in accordance with County policies.


*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Requires current enrollment in High School, High School Diploma, or GED.
  • Must be 15 years or older.
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified.
  • Successfully complete the New Mexico lifeguard and safety training.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE


The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • Comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
  • Required certification must remain current during employment with the Bernalillo County Parks and Recreation Department and Human Resources Department.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Employee is outdoors 75% of time when assigned to outdoor pool; employee is outdoors 25% of time when assigned to inside pool.
  • Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment; however, worker is exposed to wet cement and mat surfaces while working. Outdoor surfaces include concrete, asphalt, ramps, stairs, wood decks, and ladder chairs.
  • Work hazards or potential work hazards include the exposure to dangerous emergency situations involving rescue, hazardous chemicals, and possible exposure to bodily fluids from persons with life-threatening diseases.


EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Employee handles writing utensils, various paperwork, files and reports in the documentation of statistical reports, daily pool chemistry logs, daily bank deposits, and ordinary office record keeping.
  • Employee handles hazardous materials (possible cancer-causing particles), to include chlorine gas, chlorine bleach, hydrochloric acid, sodium bisulfate, sodium thiosulfate, carbon dioxide gas, sodium bicarbonate, calcium chloride, muriatic acid, calcium hypochlorite, and other such pool chemicals.
  • Employee utilizes a filter mask when handling some hazardous chemicals.
Revision: 9/2/2025 2:17:27 AM