Sunburst Bay Lifeguard Summer 2027

Cary Park District; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cary Park District seeks a dedicated Lifeguard Supervisor to oversee aquatics activities, enforce pool rules, and respond to emergencies to keep swimmers safe.

You will administer first aid, rescue swimmers in distress, and provide CPR as needed while teaching Sunburst Swim School lessons from beginner to advanced levels.

Required: American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification obtained before May 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification is required.
• Ability to supervise aquatics activities and enforce safety procedures.
• Willingness to participate in preseason and ongoing trainings.
• Experience teaching swim lessons is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures safety policies are followed.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities and enforces pool regulations.
• Administers first aid and performs rescues; CPR as needed.
• Evaluates safety conditions and initiates emergency action plans.
• Teaches beginner to advanced swim lessons for Sunburst Swim School.
• Attends preseason training in May and weekly in-service trainings during summer.

Skills

Water safety

Emergency response

Communication

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED

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.

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)