Lifeguard Jobs in Oak Forest, IL

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Lifeguards-1

  • Midtown
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Midtown is looking for a Lifeguard to watch over our pools and ensure the safety of our aquatics areas....

In Person

PT Lifeguard

  • Centers
  • Palos Hills, IL (7 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Palos Hills, IL (7 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

The fitness center consists of a 15,000 square foot fitness floor including cardiovascular machines, strength equipment and free weight room; 4 group exercise studios, 1/10 mile indoor running track...

In Person Part Time

Lifeguard - PT

  • City Colleges of Chicago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Prior experience as junior lifeguard, certified lifeguard, orswimming instructor....

In Person Part Time

Lifeguard

  • Chicago Public Schools
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Previous experience as a lifeguard is highly desirable. Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill. Knowledge of lifesaving and lifeguarding methods and techniques....

In Person

Lifeguard (PreK-8)

  • Chicago Public Schools
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Previous experience as a lifeguard is h i g hl y desirable. Knowledge, Abilities, and S kill. Knowledge of lifesaving and lifeguarding methods and techniques....

In Person

Lifeguard (Spring 2026)

  • Markham Civic Centre
  • Markham, IL (4 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Markham, IL (4 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Responsibilities: As a Lifeguard for the City of Markham Recreation Services Department, your primary role will be to maintain the safety of people using our swimming pool area....

In Person

Full Facility Lifeguard

  • Naperville Park District
  • Naperville, IL (22 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (22 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Anticipate, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies. Exercise prompt and professional judgment in administering rule enforcement for those who violate Beach safety rules....

In Person

Shallow Water Lifeguard

  • Naperville Park District
  • Naperville, IL (22 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (22 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Anticipate, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies. Exercise prompt and professional judgment in administering rule enforcement for those who violate Beach safety rules....

In Person

Lifeguards

  • YMCA
  • Naperville, IL (22 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL (22 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Join our team as a Lifeguard and become a community hero! Fry Family YMCA located in Naperville, IL is looking for lifeguards during the morning and daytime hours....

In Person

Lifeguard - Year-Round Need (for in-door pool)

  • Schoolcraft College
  • Naperville, IL (22 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL (22 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Are you lifeguard and CPR certified?...

In Person

Lifeguard - Summer Seasonal

  • Glen Ellyn Park District
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (23 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (23 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

As a summer Lifeguard you'll have the opportunity to hone your leadership skills, learn how to be cool under pressure, and develop aquatic safety skills....

In Person Temporary

Lifeguard (Hiring Immediately)

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Plainfield, IL (23 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (23 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Our proven confidence-building curriculum promotes a love of swimming and teaches children to be safer in and around the water....

In Person

Lifeguard

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Elmhurst, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Ellis Lifeguard Certification is required within the first 90 days of hire....

In Person

Lifeguard (non-seasonal)

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (23 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (23 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Certifications: Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required and must be current....

In Person Temporary

Lifeguard - Part Time

  • City Colleges of Chicago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Oak Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Lifeguard must be in good physical and mental condition to provide life saving services. Prior experience as junior lifeguard, certified lifeguard, or swimming instructor....

In Person Part Time

Demographic Data for Oak Forest, IL

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Salary for Lifeguard Jobs in Oak Forest, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Lifeguards in Oak Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.4%
High School or GED
20.4%
Master's Degree
11.7%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
Some High School
5.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.2%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lifeguards in Oak Forest, IL
None
50.2%
Less than 1 year
26.6%
2-4 years
15.1%
1-2 years
8.1%


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