2026 Summer Aquatics Team - Lifeguard

Arlington Heights Park District•Arlington Heights, IL

6d•$17

About The Position

Dive into an exciting opportunity and join our 2026 Aquatics Team! We are looking for responsible, energetic individuals to create memorable experiences and keep our guests safe. Gain valuable experience, enjoy a fun work environment, and make a difference this summer. Work hours vary between 5am-9pm, Sunday-Saturday. Salary: $17/Hr. Selected candidates will need to attend a lifeguard screening, lifeguard training course, and additional training prior to the summer season beginning. The Arlington Heights Park District (AHPD) is a public park and recreation agency located in Arlington Heights, Illinois—one of the largest communities in Chicago's prestigious northwest suburban corridor. Our mission is to enrich the community by providing fun, accessible and impactful recreation and facilities for every age and season. However, you choose to recreate, we have something for you. We aim to serve everyone equally and fairly across our 29 facilities—including five community centers with outdoor pools, Arlington Ridge Center, two tennis clubs, two public golf clubs, Lake Arlington, Arlington Heights Historical Museum, and Senior Center—and 58 parks across 716 acres of land. In our 95-year history, we have earned multiple distinctions recognizing our high-quality standards of excellence, including three National Gold Medal Awards, maintaining a Moody’s AAA bond rating for nine years, and receiving multiple awards for fiscal responsibility. The Arlington Heights Park District commits itself to diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a mutually respectful, multicultural, and equitable environment.

Requirements

High school student, high school graduate or G.E.D.
Minimum age of 15 is required
Valid work permit is required, if under age 16
Or, any equivalent combination of education, experience and training
National Pool and Water Park Lifeguarding Certification, or equivalent
CPR (Infant, Child and Adult), AED Certification

Responsibilities

Supervises swimmers in assigned area of pool during public use
Enforces pool rules, prevents accidents and maintains discipline
Assists the Lesson Coordinator with inserting or removing lap lines and bringing equipment to the pool area
Performs first aid technique and rescue procedures, as necessary
Performs basic maintenance in pool area and locker rooms to ensure a safe and clean environment
Reports any irregular discipline, safety or maintenance problems to the Pool Manager or Lesson Coordinator
Participates in rescue drills, first aid reviews, instructional clinics and other skill development activities
Maintains a current lifeguard certification
Participates in Guard Competition, Festival, pool parties, and other District programs, as assigned
Attends required trainings and meetings
Attends work on a regular basis
Performs the job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, work and safety rules, and the employee handbook
Maintains a clean and organized work environment