Seasonal Lifeguard - Galveston Island Beach Patrol - 77550

$18.00

Per Hour (Will discuss with applicant)

Position range in Galveston County $9.37 - $12.00 Per hour

Seasonal Lifeguard - Galveston Island Beach Patrol - 77550

PARK BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF City of GalvestonTHE

Occupation: Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Location: Galveston, TX - 77550

Job Type: Seasonal, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted: 05/07/2026

Positions available: 1

Source: WorkInTexas

Web Site: WorkInTexas

Onsite / Remote: Work onsite all of the time

Updated: 05/10/2026

Expires: 06/06/2026

Job #: 17011899

Job Requirements and Properties

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Work Onsite

Full Time

Experience

6 Month(s)

Age

16 and up

Schedule

Full Time

Job Type

Seasonal

Duration

Permanent Employment

Shift

Day Shift

Public Transit

Available

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The Park Board of Trustees is currently hiring for Lifeguards to perform emergency services for our park in the Galveston, TX area. In this hospitality position, you play a crucial role in guarding the beach from an assigned lifeguard tower to protect beachgoers.

Monitor all activity on the beach and respond to emergencies both in the water and within an assigned patrol area.

Administer emergency medical care, first aid, and CPR, as well as use emergency rescue equipment.

Operate radio equipment for emergency responsive communications.

Maintain public safety by enforcing all beach ordinances while abiding by written Galveston Beach Patrol policies and procedures as per the training manual.

Document any issues and perform accurate computer operations when necessary.

Access all areas of the work environment.

Maintain the lifeguard tower when scheduled.

Able to access and utilize emergency rescue equipment.

Act as a first responder in an emergency situation on land or in water, including extended search and rescue.

Remove hazardous obstacles from the water.

Abide by all written Galveston Beach Patrol policies and procedures as per the training manual, including dress code and hydration procedures.

All other duties as assigned by supervisory staff.

The Ideal Seasonal First Responder / Lifeguard:

Reliable - is punctual and shows up for scheduled shifts.

Communicative - responsive when speaking with visitors.

Team-player - gets along well with others.

Responsible - gets the job done with minimal supervision.

Flexible - can balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements for a Seasonal First Responder / Lifeguard:

At least 16 years of age due to insurance.

American Red Cross Emergency Medical Response certification.

Red Cross or American Heart Association Professional CPR

Successful completion of Galveston Island Beach Patrol's Lifeguard Academy

Demonstrate the standard physical requirements per the United States Lifesaving Association.

*All required certifications and trainings are provided during the Lifeguard Academy if successfully completed.

Work Schedule:

Must be available to work all major holidays as required.

Shifts are generally 8 or 9 hours/day, depending on the time of year.

Required to complete a daily workout schedule of one (1) hour per day.

This position in tourism and hospitality typically works from mid-March to mid-October, with shifts falling between the hours of 7 AM - 9 PM. The beach parks are open seven days a week.

Pay Details: $18.00/hour after successful completion of the academy. At the end of the season, a longevity incentive of $2 per hour worked is paid to lifeguards who work more than 500 hours during the season.