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Lifeguard

$18 per hour

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Lifeguard Position

The City of Lake Forest is looking for qualified individuals to serve as Lifeguards during the Forest Park Beach 2026 season. Lifeguards must have a valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding & Beach Certification. Lifeguards will be staffed Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.

Examples of duties include ensuring the safety of beach patrons, preventing injuries and minimizing hazardous situations, enforcing all facility policies, rules and regulations, acting in any emergency situation and staying with victim until help arrives, responding to patron concerns and inquiries in a professional manner, documenting incidents/injuries, recording and maintaining detailed reports, maintaining facility cleanliness, and conducting safety inspections.

Qualifications include a valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding & Beach Certification, the ability to work weekends and holidays, and availability from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Training details are to be determined.

Working at the Lake Forest Recreation Department this summer offers many benefits beyond just a paycheck. You're not just getting a job—you're joining a community and gaining access to unique perks that make your summer healthier, more enjoyable, and memorable!

Bonus benefits include a free Lake Forest Fitness Center Membership, unlimited access to a well-equipped fitness center, discounts on group exercise classes and personal training sessions, free paddle board and kayak rentals at the Boating Center, and discounted rates at Deerpath Golf Course.

Compensation is $18.00/hr. The City of Lake Forest is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, disability, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, LGBTQ identification, family status, or military status. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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