We're hiring!

We are now taking lifeguard applications for summer 2025 at the Karns Lions Club Pool.  You can also apply in person at the pool on Tuesday May 6, 2025 from 5:30-7pm.

Job Description & Requirements

• Lifeguards must be 15 to be certified. 
• Lifeguards will work during regular pool hours Mon-Sat 10a-6p and Sun 1p-6p.  
• Guards will also take turns working any after hours parties from M-Su 6:30p-8:30p.
• Guards scheduled to close will work approximately 15-30 minutes after closing to clean outdoor areas and restrooms.  Clean up is also required after evening parties. 
• Guards must work shifts as scheduled. Must arrive early enough to be ready and at your stand at the appointed time. Multiple unexcused absences or last minute schedule changes are grounds for dismissal. 
• Guards are responsible for checking and cleaning restrooms and any additional duties assigned by manager when rotated off the stand. Other duties may include checking playground restroom and emptying playground and parking lot trash.
• Full- and part-time positions available. We will never schedule more than 40 hours a week.
• Pay starts at $14/hour.  
• The season starts May 24 and will end in early August.
• Email pool@karnslionsclub.com with any questions. 

Applicants must be certified or be enrolled in an upcoming certification class to apply. No online-only courses without pool training.  

Don't wait until the last minute to take a class. Classes in May often fill up well in advance.  You need to be certified BEFORE Memorial Day weekend.  Last year classes after Memorial Day were cancelled due to low enrollment and the those applicants were unable to get certified.  Classes are offered by the YMCA,  Ski/Scuba, and University of TN. You may find classes at additional facilities as well. You must be age 15 by the last day of class to enroll. 

Returning guards from 2024, if you haven't already, please let us know if you intend to return. You may text Karen or send us a GroupMe message. Check your certification expiration date!!!! Your certification lasts 2 years and must be renewed before the expiration to avoid taking the entire course over from scratch. Contact Ski/Scuba or the YMCA for recertification dates and details.