Jan. 10, 2024 – Work outdoors, build your resume and make new friends as a Westchester County Parks Lifeguard this summer. Applications are now available to be considered for employment as a Westchester County Lifeguard. Applicants must be 15 years of age or older to apply. Lifeguard training courses will be announced for those who need to train to become a lifeguard.
You may also watch Westchester County Parks’ Lifeguard Recruitment video on YouTube.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “Lifeguarding teaches teenagers and young adults a great deal of responsibility and makes for a great first job to lay the foundation of what is to be expected in the work force. I encourage those who are interested to apply and sign up for training once classes are announced.”
Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor said, “By becoming a Westchester County Parks Lifeguard, you will be joining an esteemed team that teaches life-long skills, while working in the beautiful Westchester County Parks system.”
Applicants should possess a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for Lifeguards certifications or equivalent, and pass the Westchester County practical skills test. County parks offers training for new guards, which includes waterfront training for the option to guard at either a pool or beach.
Those applying must be able to work at varied locations including Saxon Woods Pool in White Plains, Sprain Ridge Pool and The Brook at Tibbetts in Yonkers, Willson’s Waves Pool in Mount Vernon, as well as Croton Point Park Beach in Croton-on-Hudson and Glen Island Beach in New Rochelle if waterfront certified.
Westchester County Parks Lifeguards are an award-winning team, receiving American Red Cross Top Provider awards every year since 2020.
For more information contact the County’s aquatics team at or (914) 231-4556.