Because Chicago Park District Lifeguards do the important work of ensuring the safety of swimmers in pools and beaches, all candidates must demonstrate that they possess the physical abilities required for the job.

The test includes:

  • 200-yard swim in less than 3 min., 30 sec.  (4 min., 30 sec. for Shallow Water Attendants)
  • 20-yard underwater swim
  • Retrieval of a 10-pound object from a depth of 10-14 feet

 

Test Dates
The LIfeguard Skills Test is offered on the following dates, all on Saturday, beginning at 9 am. You'll select your test day when completing the Lifeguard application online.  

  • November 16, 2024 – Whitney Young High School, 211 S Laflin St.
  • December 21, 2024 – Whitney Young High School
  • February 1, 2025 – Foster Park, 1440 W. 84th St.
  • March 1, 2025 - Whitney Young High School
  • March 22, 2025 - Whitney Young High School
  • April 12, 2025 – Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave.
  • May 3, 2025 - Whitney Young High School
  • May 17, 2025 - Whitney Young High School
  • May 31, 2025 - Whitney Young High School


Candidates must submit the job application before attending a lifeguard test. 

To learn more about the lifeguard position and the application process visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/lifeguards.
 

For questions, email lifeguards@chicagoparkdistrict.com.