Sunburst Bay Lifeguard Summer 2027

Cary Park; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Cary Park District is seeking a Lifeguard to supervise aquatics activities, enforce safety rules, and provide emergency care at the Sunburst Swim School. The role requires current lifeguarding certification with CPR and First Aid.

Responsibilities include teaching swim lessons, participating in trainings, and responding to emergencies as needed to ensure a safe and welcoming pool environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification (including CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid) obtained before May 1, 2026.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to enforce pool rules while ensuring guest enjoyment.

Responsibilities

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Administers first aid in case of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR/First Aid if necessary.
• Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
• Teaches beginner to advanced swim lessons for Sunburst Swim School.
• Attends preseason training in May and weekly in-service trainings throughout summer.

Skills

Water safety

First aid

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification (incl. CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid, obtained before May 1, 2026)

Job description

Description

At the Cary Park District, our mission is to provide exceptional recreation, parks, and open space opportunities that enhance the quality of life for our community. As part of our commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where residents can enjoy a wide range of recreational activities, both active and passive, in safe, well-maintained, and accessible spaces.

Join us in leading the way for parks and recreation in our region, as we strive to create lifelong opportunities for enjoyment, wellness, and community engagement!

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.


• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.


• Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.


• Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.


• Teaches beginner to advanced swim lessons for Sunburst Swim School.


• Attends preseason training in May and weekly in-service trainings throughout summer.

Requirements

American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certification (obtained BEFORE May 1, 2026)