Lifeguard

WHO WE ARE:The Elmhurst Park District established in 1920 and located 16 miles west of Chicago provides parks recreation facilities and programs to meet our mission of enriching lives while having fun. Our vision is to become a national leader in providing parks and recreation experiences to our community. We are looking for people to join our team and be part of an organization that values being community focused providing customer service excellence working with integrity having fun and fostering belonging!

We are now hiringLIFEGUARDS at our Outdoor Pools during the Summer 2026 season!

WHAT YOULL DO:
As a lifeguard you will be responsible for supervising pool patrons and ensure their safety and well-being through the enforcement of rules and regulations. Additional responsibilities include:

• Ensure safety of participants when they are in pool area by enforcing Enforce Park District rules and safety practices.
• Scan pool area frequently keeping attention focused on the pool by using the 10/20 rule.
• Perform any necessary rescues and First Aid in accordance with StarGuard standards.
• Wear official pool uniform including corrective eyewear at all times on duty if medically necessary
  
• Maintain lifeguard certification by attending weekly in-service training and practicing skills.
  

WHAT YOULL BRING:

• Some high school education.
• Must be at least 15 years of age pursuant to Illinois Department of Health regulations by May 15 2026
• Must pass the pre-requisite of swimming 100 yards with a tube and 100 yards without a tube tread water for 1 minute with hands above water and retrieve diving brick from the bottom of 12 feet. This would occur during the interview process.
• Ability to complete an online learning course.
• StarGuard Lifeguard certification or ability to obtain prior to starting work.

WHEN YOULL WORK:
Scheduled days and hours may vary 20-40 hours per week. Shifts include weekday and weekend mornings afternoons and/or evenings!Flexible schedules! We will work with you and your schedule!

WHAT YOULL GET:

• The anticipated starting pay for this position is $18.00/hour.
• This position falls under Pay Grade E with a pay range of $15.00 - $20.00.

In exchange for your time and talent we offer a generous benefits package for SEASONAL EMPLOYEES including:

• Free individual pool pass and Courts Plus membership!
• Free batting cages at The Hub (employee only)!
• 20% off food purchases at The Hub concession stand!
• Employee social activities!
• Values Recognition Program!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois)

* The Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact the Division Manager - Human Resources & Risk at *

For more information about the Elmhurst Park District please visit !!

Additional Legal Statements

Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elmhurst Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race creed gender color national origin religion age sexual orientation or disability. Elmhurst Park District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

The district is required by state statute (70 ILCS 1205/8-23) to obtain criminal conviction information concerning applicants and shall perform a criminal background check for applicants for all positions including the position for which you have applied. Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions. Conviction of offenses enumerated in subsection (c) of said statute shall automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration for working for the district. All other convictions shall not automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration but rather the conviction will be considered in relationship to the specific job.

Required Experience:

Junior IC