Tulsa Parks is Hiring Lifeguards / Day Camp Counselors for the 2023 Summer

5/8/2023

Parks’ seasonal positions, which start in late May and run through the summer, must be filled to ensure Summer Day Camps can operate without program restrictions and pools can avoid closures.  

Available seasonal positions include: 

• Lifeguard | Apply
• $11.90/hour or $12.37/hour for returning lifeguards 
• Part and Full-time available 
• Lifeguard certification is required but is available to schedule with an application. Certification is free for lifeguards who work for Tulsa Parks. 

• Pool Manager | Apply
• $13/hour, 40+ hours per week 
• Lifeguard certification is required but is available to schedule with an application.     

• Pool Cashier | Apply
• $10.40/hour, or $10.81 for returning cashiers 
• 40 hours per week  

• Camp Counselor | Apply
• $11.44/hour, or $11.90/hour for returning counselors 
•  40 hours per week and paid training 

Hiring incentives will be offered to returning lifeguards/managers. Applicants must be strong swimmers, at least 16 years old, and certified in Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR for Pro-Rescuer, and First Aid. YWCA Lifeguarding certification also is accepted. 

Lifeguards who want to teach American Red Cross swim lessons must have Water Safety Instructor certification.  

If applicants need to be certified, they can work with our Aquatics Coordinator to acquire certification.  

For questions on summer jobs at Tulsa Parks, or if you’re ready to apply, contact Aquatics Manager Nick Pond or call him at (918) 210-3303.