Lifeguard 2027 - Seasonal

Chicago Park District • Chicago, IL

40d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Dual Notice of Job Opportunity for Lifeguard and Shallow Water Attendant. Under immediate supervision, ensures the safety and supervision of swimmers at Park District aquatics locations. Assists in swimming instructions and other organized aquatic activities. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Completion of at least two years of High School is recommended.
• American Red Cross Lifeguarding certificate to include: American Red Cross Lifeguarding / First Aid / CPR / AED
• American Red Cross Waterfront Skills
• American Red Cross Administering Emergency Oxygen
• American Red Cross Asthma Inhaler Training
• American Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogens Training
• American Red Cross Epinephrine Auto Injector Training
• Knowledge of lifesaving and lifeguarding methods and techniques.
• Ability to meet and deal with the public.
• Ability to swim and dive proficiently.
• Ability to administer first aid and CPR to victims needing such attention.

Responsibilities

• Guard beaches and/or pool area to protect swimmers from accidents or drowning.
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with established methods and procedures.
• Administers first aid, CPR as necessary.
• Enforces Park rules and regulations regarding pool and beach activities.
• Maintains aquatic safety equipment by inspecting and reporting repairs needed to buoy, floats, ropes or other equipment installed as safety measures.
• Performs maintenance duties in keeping pool and beach areas clean, safe and attractive.
• Assists and/or leads aquatic instruction and recreational activities including swimming lessons, hydro-aerobics, water polo and swim team.

Benefits

• After three seasons in three consecutive years, 1 day of personal leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• After three seasons in three consecutive years, 2 days of sick leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• Free Admission to most Chicago Museums.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED