The Syracuse Parks trains and hires lifeguards to help ensure the safety of our pool patrons.
To become a lifeguard you must:
Staff will contact you upon passing the prerequisite swim test. Classes are at Valley Pool or Southwest Pool.
Remember to bring:
At the end of the class you will be certified in:
Upon completing and passing the certification class, we will provide an application for employment.
For certified lifeguards that did not recertify with us or train this year, a performance interview is required to work. Proficiency standards must be met in each event to be eligible for hire. The performance interview is free of charge and consists of a practical test covering the candidate’s lifeguarding and CPR skills. Hiring priority is given to city residents. Pre-registration is required.
Sign up for a performance interview
To recertify as a lifeguard you must:
Classes are at Valley Pool.
Sign up for a recertification class
At the end of the class you will be recertified in:
For certified lifeguards that did not recertify with us or train this year, a performance interview is required to work. Proficiency standards must be met in each event to be eligible for hire. The performance interview is free of charge and consists of a practical test covering the candidate’s lifeguarding and CPR skills. Hiring priority is given to city residents. Preregistration is required.
For pool cancellations/closings:
Become a Lifeguard CPR Renewals Lifeguard Recertifications
Swim in a City Pool Swim Lessons Water Exercise
What to know before you go