Lifeguard Jobs in Oklahoma

A Lifeguard is a vital role in the fitness and recreation industry, responsible for ensuring the safety of individuals utilizing pools, lakes, or beaches. They monitor activities, enforce rules and safety protocols, and provide assistance to individuals in danger. Lifeguards are trained to respond quickly and effectively to water emergencies, perform lifesaving procedures, and administer first aid or CPR as needed. They also maintain the cleanliness of their work area and sometimes conduct water safety courses for members of the public.

To be effective, a Lifeguard needs strong swimming skills, excellent physical fitness, and a keen awareness of their surroundings. They should hold a Lifeguard Certification, and in many cases, also be certified in First Aid and CPR. Prior job roles that would provide relevant experience for becoming a lifeguard might include Swim Instructor, Camp Counselor with water safety duties, or Pool Attendant. This experience helps us develop necessary skills like water safety knowledge, public interaction, and emergency response.

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Lifeguard-Seasonal

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 8 hours ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 8 hours ago

Position Summary As an Aquatics Lifeguard, you must be safety minded and customer service oriented....

In Person Temporary

Seasonal Senior Lifeguard -- Tenkiller State Park

  • State of Oklahoma
  • Sallisaw, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Sallisaw, OK
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Qualifications CPR and First Aid certifications, including AED is preferred....

In Person Temporary

Lifeguard

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 1 day ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary As an Aquatics Lifeguard, you must be safety minded and customer service oriented....

In Person

Lifeguard Leader - Young Family Athletic Center

  • City of Norman, OK
  • Norman, OK
  • 3 days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 3 days ago

Must possess and maintain a current American Red Cross Certifications and the Water Safety Instructor Certification is required for this position as Lifeguard II will be expected to teach swim Lessons...

In Person Part Time

Lifeguard - Part Time

  • Pyramid Hotel Group
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 8 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 8 days ago

Lifeguards are expected to perform rescues, provide first aid, and administer CPR when necessary....

In Person Part Time

Aquatics Lifeguard

  • Life Time Fitness
  • OK
  • 14 days ago
  • OK
  • 14 days ago

Position Summary As an Aquatics Lifeguard, you must be safety minded and customer service oriented....

In Person

Recreation Assistant (Lifeguard/Pool Operator) NF-02

  • United States Army Installation Management Command
  • Fort Sill, OK
  • 16 days ago
  • Fort Sill, OK
  • 16 days ago

This position is located at Fort Sill Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Aquatics....

In Person

Lead Lifeguard - Aria

  • Aria Resort and Casino, LLC
  • Norman, OK
  • 18 days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 18 days ago

THE JOB: As a Lead Lifeguard at Aria, you'll lead by example in creating a safe, welcoming, and memorable poolside experience for every guest....

In Person

Lifeguard, Fitness Center

  • Cameron University
  • Lawton, OK
  • 27 days ago
  • Lawton, OK
  • 27 days ago

/CPR-PR/AED/First Aid Certifications or be willing to obtain certification (Aggie Rec Center will provide Lifeguard Certification Training) Excellent communication skills Basic knowledge of pool chemistry...

In Person

Lifeguard- R.C. Dickenson Family YMCA

  • YMCA of Greater Tulsa
  • Broken Arrow, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Broken Arrow, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Aid, and oxygen administration as required.Enforce all pool rules and safety regulations consistently and professionally.Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized aquatic environment, including equipment...

In Person

Aqua/ Oasis Pool Attendant

  • Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
  • Durant, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durant, OK
  • 30+ days ago

You will report to the Lead Lifeguard or other supervisor/Management assigned....

In Person

Lifeguard

  • Streamline Brands LLC
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 30+ days ago

and must be maintained during time of employment (training available) Current CPR-PR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required within 30 days of hire and be maintained (training available) Expected...

In Person

Y Lifeguard

  • Young Mens Christian Associati
  • Shawnee, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shawnee, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements) Communicate Shift Changes Cleaning: Check daily log and cleaning list every shift Taking initiative in completing one duty or task each shift Risk Management: Arrive on time to relieve lifeguards...

In Person

Lifeguard Lead

  • Pyramid Hotel Group
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago

supervises the lifeguard team, ensuring the safety and well-being of all guests at the aquatic facility....

In Person

Swim & Fitness Center Lifeguard

  • City of Muskogee, OK
  • Muskogee, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Muskogee, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Requires Lifeguard Training Certification, Pro-Rescuer CPR, AED and First Aid Certification. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The employee is exposed to hot, wet, and humid conditions....

In Person

Demographic Data for Oklahoma

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Salary for Lifeguard Jobs in Oklahoma

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lifeguard positions.



Highest Education Level

Lifeguards in Oklahoma offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.6%
High School or GED
20.3%
Master's Degree
11.7%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
Some High School
5.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.3%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lifeguards in Oklahoma
None
50.2%
Less than 1 year
26.6%
2-4 years
15.1%
1-2 years
8.1%


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