Lifeguards Needed In Las Vegas: Get A Great Summer Job Now
If you have teenagers looking for a summer job, the City of Las Vegas is hiring lifeguards now. In fact, there is a lifeguard shortage at the city’s municipal pools.
City Of Las Vegas Is Hiring Lifeguards: Here’s What You Need To Know
If you, your teenager, or a young adult are looking for a cool summer job, the City of Las Vegas wants you. But you had better be a competent swimmer because there is a physical test involved. There’s also an in-person interview.
According to the City of Las Vegas Human Resources website, the lifeguard position pays $15 dollars per hour. This will be a part-time job, paid by the hour. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age. You’ll be working 19 hours per week at the most and your shifts will vary.
If you’re interested, you can fill out an application by clicking here. If accepted, your duties may include safeguarding the pool and its patrons. You may need to administer first aid. Enforce the pool rules and caution patrons about unsafe practices or activities which may cause accidents.
In addition, you may also be required to set up and tear down pool equipment. You’ll help maintain the cleanliness of the pool area. Of course, you’ll have to provide any necessary information to the pool’s patrons. Moreover, there may be some coaching involved.
City Of Las Vegas Is Hiring Lifeguards: You’ll Need To Pass A Physical Test
It’s important to note that you’ll be required to obtain a personal American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate. If you don’t have one yet, you’ll need to get it before you begin working.
You’ll also have only one opportunity to pass a swimming test and drill. You’ll be timed on these physical drills, which include swimming, treading water, submerging to a depth of 13 feet to retrieve a dummy or brick, and exiting the pool without using the ladder.
To see all the details about the interview process, click here. Of course, you’ll need reliable transportation for this lifeguard job. But hurry, you only have until July 31, 2024, to complete the application process.
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14 Summer Pool Essentials That Your Kids Will Thank You For
Water Wing Floaties
These reusable water floaties come in a two pack for the whole family to use for safety and comfort. Easy on and off with no scratching materials. Comes in orange and blue for your whole crew!
Comfort Lounge Seat
This comfort lounge seat will be a hit for you or the kiddos that want to float about the pool and try to relax. The oversized inflatable pillow supports your head so you can keep it above the water and mostly dry while the cares of everyday life drift away. Choose your favorite color from four options.
Three-Pack Kids Goggles
This three-pack of kid-size goggles will fit the whole fam and last the summer for extended use. Your kids will be able to see where they’re going and hopefully not knock you off your lounge float.
29 Piece Pool Toy Set
This pack comes with 29 pieces and features multiple options for pool toys from diving toys to playing catch, the little ones will have something to keep them occupied the whole visit long.
Coleman Portable Hard Cooler, 9 Quart
This portable cooler will keep your drinks cool and your snacks fresh for the appetites the kids will be sure to be building. Choose your favorite color from teal, red, and blue.
Pop Up Sun Shelter
This pop-up tent is perfect for the kids that need a little break from the summer rays. Easily set up and taken down, this shelter provides shade all day for your people or your stuff.
Hooded Towel Poncho
Choose your kid’s favorite theme in these uber cute hooded towels. The poncho design measures 24″x36″ in full-length with a 11.4×12″ hood, perfect for kids age 1-6 years old.
Swim Diapers
Don’t be that parent at the pool with the kid whose pants look like they’re well pass changing time. This design repels water on the outside while keeping all the important things on the inside and avoid leaks.
Babyganics Kids Mineral Sunscreen Roller Ball
Keep your kiddos skin safe with this easy sunscreen by Babyganics. This sunscreen is made with plant-derived, certified organic and other thoughtfully chosen ingredients making this a great option for your kids in the sun.
Striped Beach Towels - 4 Pack
Have enough towels for the crowd with these assorted striped beach-size towels. Highly absorbent and quick to dry make these towels the perfect choice.
Collapsible Wagon
And of course something to lug all these awesome gear in. This wagon is perfect for taking tired kids to the car or for packing in all your stuff for easy transport. Choose between red or blue and ride in style all summer long.
Rubber Toys
If you have little ones that are going to be in the pool these are sure to provide them with some fun.
Unicorn Pool Float
One of the things we used to do as kids was to play make-believe while in the pool! Who else remembers pretending to be a mermaid or a pirate on the seven seas? This unicorn pool float might not be a mermaid or a pirate ship, but it’s fantastical and definitely a fun way for your kids to play and float in the pool. Plus, think of all the cool stories your kids will come up with riding this majestic steed!
Cactus Ring Toss Floaty
And speaking of floaties and fun, this cactus ring toss game looks like a blast. It’s an inflatable cactus that floats around in the water and comes with a set of four rings. The goal is to get the ring on each of the different arms of the cactus. This is definitely something fun your kids will love having the pool!
Bonus Item: Cassette Mix Tape Pool Float
Parents, we couldn’t just leave you hanging! The moment we saw this cassette mix tape pool float we knew this was something you would enjoy. Not only does it have us reminiscing about the good-ole days, but when it’s time to get in the pool to lounge around this mix tape pool float would be a super stylish way to go about it.
Please note that items are in stock and prices are accurate at the time we published this list. Have an idea for a fun theme for a gift idea list you’d like us to create? Drop us a line at [email protected].
Larry Martino is the long-time afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ. The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of Larry Martino and not necessarily those of Beasley Media Group, LLC.
