Job Description

Salary: $18.00 Hourly
Location : Santa Maria
Job Type: Short-term Hourly
Job Number: 202200331
Department: Kinesiology, Recreation, and Athletics
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 6/30/2027 11:59 PM Pacific


Position Summary


This is a short-term/temporary position.

Allan Hancock College is accepting applications for water safety certified lifeguards to establish a pool of qualified candidates.


Lifeguards should be able to observe and provide lifesaving support for swimming students.


Hours could be 5 to 20 hours, weekly from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.


Locations will be at the Allan Hancock College pool OR the Paul Nelson Aquatic Center. Employment is during the 16-week academic semesters for Fall, Spring, and Summer.

Essential Functions and Qualifications


The essential functions of these positions include, but are not limited to:
• Performs the tasks necessary to promote public safety at the aquatic facility by lifeguarding;
• Monitors activities in the aquatic facility to prevent accidents;
• Acts in friendly, enthusiastic and caring manner towards students and staff.

Minimum Qualifications
• Current certification in Lifeguarding, from the American Red Cross or WSI certificate or equivalent
• Current certification in First Aid, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, from the American Red Cross or equivalent

Additional Information


To be considered as a candidate for this position, please submit the following materials to our website:
• A current and complete resume of education and professional experience
Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.
This position is not eligible for benefits.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Summer work, Local area, Visa sponsorship, Monday to Friday

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