Job Description

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under immediate supervision, ensures the safety and supervision of swimmers at Park District aquatics locations. Assists in swimming instructions and other organized aquatic activities. Performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Guard beaches and/or pool area to protect swimmers from accidents or drowning.
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with established methods and procedures.
• Administers first aid, CPR as necessary.
• Enforces Park rules and regulations regarding pool and beach activities.
• Maintains aquatic safety equipment by inspecting and reporting repairs needed to buoy, floats, ropes or other equipment installed as safety measures.
• Performs maintenance duties in keeping pool and beach areas clean, safe and attractive.
• Assists and/or leads aquatic instruction and recreational activities including swimming lessons, hydro-aerobics, water polo and swim team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: Completion of at least two years of High School is recommended.
Certification Requirements at time of hire:

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding certificate, or equivalent, to include:
  • American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer, or equivalent
  • American Red Cross First Aid, or equivalent
  • American Red Cross AED, or equivalent
  • American Red Cross Oxygen Administration, or equivalent
  • American Red Cross Bloodborne Pathogens Training or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of lifesaving and life guarding methods and techniques. Ability to meet and deal with the public. Ability to swim and dive proficiently. Ability to administer first aid and CPR to victims needing such attention.

BENEFITS: As a part-time Chicago Park District employee in a position covered by the District’s Agreement with SEIU Local 73, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• +$1/hour on 1/1/2027
• 1 day of personal leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• 2 days of sick leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• After one year of employment, employees who work 1040 hours or more in the previous year are typically eligible for between 7-10 workdays of paid vacation time annually (additional time after first 5 years of employment).
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility)
• Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
• Free Admission to most Chicago Museums.
  

Rate of Pay: $23.00 per hour

SEIU-Local 73 Career Service EEO: Protective Service Worker FLSA: Non-Exempt