How to Find a Summer Job as a Swimming Pool Lifeguard

If you like to swim, you may want to find a summer job working as a swimming pool lifeguard. Two great things about being a lifeguard are the skills needed are valuable and it could become the establishment of a career in water safety. With a little training you can become a lifeguard and enjoy a favorite summer past time, swimming.

Things You'll Need

• imternet access
• computer

Instructions

1. Get your feet wet. Consider all of the available options working as a swimming pool lifeguard. Don't forget about gyms, camps and hotels. Do some light research on what a job as a swimming pool lifeguard entails. Most employers will require some kind of lifeguard training or certification and CPR classes. If you do not have this training already, make a plan to complete any required courses/certifications. You could be prepared to be a lifeguard in less than a month.

2. Decide what kind of pool you would like to lifeguard. Would you prefer an indoor or outdoor pool? If this is your first job as a lifeguard, perhaps a smaller, less busy pool is a good start. If you have the choice of guarding an adult's or children's swimming pool, choose what is more comfortable for you. Talk to someone you know that has been a lifeguard to obtain information.

3. See what is available. Call or visit your local public pools, gyms, country clubs, hotels and apartment complexes with pools to see if they are hiring. Most communities have a local workforce development agency that may post swimming pool lifeguard jobs on the Internet and even notify you by phone or mail when a swimming pool lifeguard job becomes available.

4. Research the jobs accessible to you. Once you have found a couple of jobs that interest you, research through the use of the Internet, your local library or interviews with people who have been a swimming pool lifeguard. Ask to see their resume and cover letter. Contact the employer to hear first hand requirements of the position, including training and certification. Be sure you fully understand the duties that would be expected of you.

5. Provide complete and accurate information when applying for the job. If the employer only wants a job application completed, be sure to write as neatly as possible. If the job you are applying for requires a cover letter and resume, start with the cover letter. The cover letter should demonstrate your knowledge of the employer and the position and how you will benefit the establishment.

6. Create and provide a striking resume. Be concise. You can elaborate on your abilities and character at the interview. If you don't have any career experience in the field focus on any personal experience you may have or character strengths that are desirable for that job.

7. Prepare for an interview. Ask other people who have applied for a similar job for tips and insights. Anticipate questions that may be asked and be prepared to answer.

Tips & Warnings

• Start your cover letter demonstrating your understanding of the available position. Follow the introduction with a reflection of your compatibility with the job and company. Close your cover letter by thanking the prospective employer for their consideration.

• Bring copies of any certifications you may have to the interview and be prepared to demonstrate your swimming skills.