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For Educators: Military Resources

Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Median Salary
30,380
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.

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Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$21,030

10%

$30,380

Median

$55,240

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Less than high school

    39%

  • High school

    21%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    17%

  • Associate's degree

    16%

  • Some college

    5%

  • Bachelor's degree

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Environmental/Natural Resources Law Enforcement and Protective Services

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Education and Training
  • Psychology
  • Chemistry

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.