Lifeguard

LEMONT PARK DISTRICT•Lemont, IL

23h•$15 - $20

About The Position

Become a seasonal lifeguard and make a difference! No prior training is needed—learn life-saving skills while having fun. Lifeguards play a vital role in ensuring the safety of guests by maintaining a watchful eye on swimmers, enforcing rules, and responding to emergencies. This position is perfect for building confidence, teamwork, and responsibility. Lifeguards also help maintain a clean environment, including pool decks, locker rooms, and surrounding areas. Opportunities are available for both indoor and outdoor facilities.

Requirements

Applicants must be 16 years of age or older in compliance with Illinois Child Labor Laws and the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Responsible for wearing corrective eye wear as needed to maintain 20/30 binocular vision, a vision test is required.
StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Certification (including First Aid and infant, child, and adult CPR).
Have knowledge of water safety practices and usage of water safety equipment.

Responsibilities

Supervise swimmers in designated pool areas, maintaining constant vigilance and scanning assigned zones to ensure safety.
Enforce pool rules, prevent accidents, and maintain discipline in a firm yet friendly manner.
Perform lifeguard duties as trained by StarGuard guidelines, including responding to emergencies, conducting rescues, and administering first aid when necessary.
Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all guests both in and out of the water.
Oversee the proper operation of assigned pool facilities and report any broken safety or mechanical equipment to the manager or assistant manager immediately.
Complete daily cleaning assignments for the facility, including pool decks and surrounding areas.
Attend and participate in required in-service trainings, including four hours per month, as well as district-wide part-time staff orientations and crisis training.
Continuously review and practice lifeguard skills while on duty to ensure readiness.
Performs other duties as assigned.