Seasonal Pool Manager & Lifeguard Supervisor

oakbrookpark; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Central Park Campus Membership

Discounts on programming

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Oak Brook Park District is seeking an Off-Season Pool Manager to lead aquatic operations from Labor Day through Memorial Day. The role includes supervising staff, training lifeguards, and stepping in as a lifeguard when not managing.

A strong focus on safety, customer service, and facility maintenance is essential. The position is seasonal and non-exempt, typically afternoon/evening shifts on weekdays and morning/afternoon on weekends, with 15–30 hours per week depending on needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of aquatic experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification required (training available).
• StarGuard Elite lifeguard license preferred (training available).
• Must be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid Illinois driver’s license (Class D).

Responsibilities

• Provide Swim Central facility supervision.
• Assign staff duties daily.
• Become thoroughly knowledgeable of lifeguards' duties.
• Conduct in-service training with lifeguard staff.
• Function as a lifeguard when not managing.
• Maintain a clean, safe and orderly facility at all times.
• Know pool equipment functions and operations.
• Complete daily facility reports.
• Check and record water chemistry readings and adjust chlorine/acid as needed.
• Know emergency safety procedures for the pool.
• Have authority to close pool for emergencies or bad weather.
• Inspect and maintain safety equipment daily.
• Handle public concerns calmly and professionally.
• Complete incident reporting related to the aquatic center.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service

CPR/AED/First Aid

Staff Training

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Oak Brook Park District is seeking an Off-Season Pool Manager to lead aquatic operations from Labor Day through Memorial Day. The role includes supervising staff, training lifeguards, and stepping in as a lifeguard when not managing.

A strong focus on safety, customer service, and facility maintenance is essential. The position is seasonal and non-exempt, typically afternoon/evening shifts on weekdays and morning/afternoon on weekends, with 15–30 hours per week depending on needs.