04/16/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/16/2024 07:40
Before you know it, summer will be here. Philadelphia Parks & Recreation wants to remind you that the city has plenty of summer job options for you - 400+ jobs, to be more specific.
With great work hours and a starting pay of $16 an hour, this isn't your average part-time job.
Getting certified is free for applicants ages 16-24 who commit to working at a City pool. The Red Cross lifeguard certification fee is $110 for all other candidates.
Lifeguard screenings are taking place now, so it's not too early to get swimming.
Here are a few reasons why you should consider applying today:
1. Get a $500 end-of-the-season bonus!
This year, qualified lifeguard candidates can earn a $500 end-of-the-year bonus. To receive the $500 end-of-season bonus you must:
2. Learn valuable career skills.
A lifeguard develops and sharpens valuable leadership skills like:
3. Give back through public service.
Philly's public pools are an oasis for all Philadelphians. Our pools:
Lifeguards make all this possible. They patrol our pools daily to help the public stay safe during all activities.
Working as a lifeguard can serve as a steppingstone to a public service career. Many senior-level Parks & Recreation employees started with the department as a lifeguard.
4. Become an important member of a Philadelphia neighborhood.
Lifeguards at public pools:
5. It's fun.
Lifeguards get to: