Lifeguard

Learn how to save lives and have fun! No previous training is necessary. Lifeguards are responsible for keeping a vigilant eye on swimmers at our aquatic facilities, keeping a clean environment, and enforcing rules to keep a safe environment for all members, guests, and staff. This position is the perfect opportunity to build confidence, work as a team and learn lifelong life-saving skills. 

Essential Job Functions

• Perform lifeguard duties as trained by StarGuard guidelines


• Provide a safe, healthy, enjoyable experience for all swimmers by: enforcing pool rules in a firm but pleasant way, being helpful and friendly to patrons, and being aware and alert at all times while on the job.


• Perform daily assignments for cleaning of the facility.


• Report any broken safety or mechanical equipment to the manager or assistant manager immediately.


• Perform rescues and administer proper care and first aid if an accident or injury occurs.


• Must attend and participate in four hours of in-service trainings per month.


• Review and practice lifeguard skills while on duty

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 years old 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.

Benefits

All Oak Brook Park District employees benefit from a work-life atmosphere, a complimentary Central Park Campus Membership for you, Program and Rental Discounts, continuing education opportunities, and 457 Defined Contribution Plans 

THE OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Employment with the Park District is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, age, color, sex, religion, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally protected status. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify Mike Contreras, ADA coordinator, at (630) 645-9527 or [email protected]

Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply.