The current shortage can be largely blamed on pandemic-era closures and work restrictions, according to news reports.
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One of the primary reasons for the shortage of lifeguards is a lack of qualified applicants. Despite the fact that lifeguarding is a relatively simple job, there are certain requirements that must be met in order to become a lifeguard.
Daniel Douglas was the most highly paid lifeguard and earned $510,283 in 2021, an increase from $442,712 in 2020. As the lifeguard captain, he earned $150,054 in salary, $28,661 in perks, $85,508 in benefits, and $246,060 in overtime pay.