Calling Strong Swimmers to Safeguard Chicago's Beaches and Pools as Lifeguards This Summer
Applications Available Now; Testing Begins in March
Release Date: 01/23/08
If you are physically fit, a confident swimmer, and a people person who would enjoy having the pool or lake as your office view, you might be a good candidate for a lifeguard.
The Chicago Park District is looking for 800 qualified applicants to fill summer lifeguard positions. Applications are now available online or at the Chicago Park District’s Administration Office, 541 N. Fairbanks Court. Qualified applicants will be notified of the swim test.
“The Chicago Park District ensures that trained lifeguards are on site at our beaches and pools to keep facilities safe this summer,” said Chicago Park District General Superintendent and CEO Timothy J. Mitchell.
Returning lifeguards have an earlier deadline than new lifeguards. Following are the application deadline dates and the corresponding swim test dates:
• Feb. 29 deadline for March 15 test (for returning lifeguards only)
• March 14 deadline for March 29 test (all applicants)
• April 4 deadline for April 19 test (all applicants)
• May 2 deadline for May 17 test (all applicants)
Successful lifeguard candidates will move on to the lifeguard training academy before being placed at either one of the beaches along Chicago’s 26 miles of lakefront or more than 100 pools throughout the city. These seasonal positions offer a competitive salary of $12.27 per hour. Applicants must be 16 years old by July 1, 2008. For questions regarding the application process, call 312-742-5121.
- Contact Phone: 312 742 7529