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Job Opening Information Lifeguard (Athletics)

Position Start Date
9/28/2026

Position Title
Lifeguard (Athletics)
Required Application Type
School Related Personnel
Job Description

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

Position Title: Lifeguard (Athletics)

Brief Description: The Ithaca City School District is seeking a responsible, attentive, and dependable Lifeguard to help provide a safe and welcoming environment for students and community members using our aquatic facilities.

Location(s): Athletics

Anticipated Start Date: 9/28/2026

Posting Dates:  9/11/2026- Until Filled

Number of Vacancies: 2

Position Responsibilities:

  • Supervise pool activities and maintain constant awareness of swimmers and the surrounding pool area.
  • Enforce all pool safety rules, regulations, and emergency procedures.
  • Respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies and provide first aid/CPR as needed.
  • Perform routine safety checks of the pool and surrounding areas.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized aquatic environment.
  • Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, staff, families, and community members.
  • Complete required pool safety and incident documentation.
  • Work cooperatively with other lifeguards, coaches, instructors, and district staff.

Qualifications: 

  • Current Lifeguard certification required.
  • Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification required.
  • Ability to successfully complete all required district and/or facility training.
  • Strong swimming skills and the ability to respond effectively in an emergency.
  • Ability to remain alert and attentive for extended periods.
  • Experience working with children or in a school/community aquatic setting preferred.

Work Schedule:

Schedule and hours will vary based on district programming, pool availability, and facility needs

Internal Applicants: Apply online at SchoolFront  Step by step Guide

Internal EA Applicants only can also send their letter via email at recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us.

If you are a substitute or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant.

External Applicants: Apply online at RecruitFront
In order for us to receive your application, you must complete the following three steps on Recruitfront:

1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD
2. Create an Application:  Checkmark School Related Personnel Only!
3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting.

If you need assistance applying, you can make an appointment here. This link is only for help with the application process. If you have a question about your status, please email recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us

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Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

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The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

Job Category
Athletics
Job Location
Athletics

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