Aquatic Staff & Job Opportunities

Contact Us

Aquatics Director
Sam Karlson
(336) 222-5043 | skarlson@burlingtonnc.gov

Assistant Aquatics Director
Anne Nicholson
(336) 222-5043 | anicholson@burlingtonnc.gov

Lifeguards Wanted

Part-Time Job Opportunities in Aquatics

Interested in a Lifeguard Position with us, but not certified?
We provide FREE training to qualified applicants!  INFO HERE!

Part-time Lifeguard

Hiring Range: $12.50 - $14.00 per hour (depending on certifications and experience)
Must be 16 years of age or older and have the ability to pass the Lifeguard Training pre-course skills.


Seeking capable swimmers to lifeguard at City of Burlington aquatic facilities. Hours vary and are flexible in nature. Both year-round and seasonal shifts are available. During the school year, we seek lifeguards able to work weekday shifts 5:30-8:00 am, 8:00-11:30 am, 3:45-7:30 pm and Saturday 8:30 am-4 pm. During the summer, we are in need of a large staff of qualified lifeguards to operate all four aquatic facilities seven days a week. This position is responsible for supervising the safe use of public aquatic facilities by swimmers and patrons. The position enforces safety regulations in a skilled, professional, and friendly manner. Lifeguards are also responsible for general pool maintenance and other related duties as assigned. Participation in mandatory in-service training is required.
FREE LIFEGUARD TRAINING is provided for qualified applicants.
Open until filled. Apply online or call (336) 222-5043  for more information. 

Part-time Water Fitness Instructor 

Hiring Range: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Must have Water Fitness Certification.
Responsible for teaching water fitness classes at city-owned facilities, maintaining a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants, and educating patrons on fitness and safety.
Open until filled. Apply online

Part-time Swim Instructor

Salary: $15.00 per hour
Must be 16 years of age or older to apply.

Must have or being willing to get Water Safety Instructor Certification.
Responsible for teaching group swim lessons to ages 6 months to adults. Must be able to swim. Previous experience either on a swim team or teaching lessons is required. WSI certification preferred.
Open until filled. Apply online.

Part-time Aquatic Receptionist

Salary:  $9.00 per hour 
Must be 16 years of age or older to apply. 
Performs routine clerical work in a variety of tasks requiring a qualified typist; does related work as required. Includes weekend hours.
Open until filled. Apply online

Part-time Splash Park Attendant

Salary: $8.50 per hour
Must be 15 years of age or older to apply. 
Performs routine public contact, assists with monitoring Splash Park water features, cleaning needs and facility rule enforcement. Includes morning, evening, weekend and holiday hours.
Seasonal. Position posts in March for the summer season. Apply online.