Westchester Hiring Lifeguards For County Pools

Westchester County Executive Robert P. Astorino Monday joined with Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor and members of the Westchester County lifeguard team at Saxon Woods Pool in White Plains to tell job-seekers of all ages should consider becoming a lifeguard at Westchester County’s pools and beaches this summer.

“We offer rebates to new guards for their training, our work sites are easily accessible and there are opportunities for advancement,” Astorino said, in a prepared statement.

“Then there are the less tangible benefits, like knowing that you’re part of a team of caring individuals who take great satisfaction and pride in keeping Westchester County’s pools and beaches safe and fun for everyone,” he said.

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According to a spokesman, Westchester County Parks is in a position to hire up to 150 people this summer on a full-time or part-time basis, to be lifeguards at the county pools and beaches:

• Croton Point Beach, Croton-on-Hudson
• Glen Island Beach, New Rochelle
• Playland Beach and Pool, Rye
• Saxon Woods Pool, White Plains
• Sprain Ridge Pool, Yonkers
• Tibbetts Brook Pool, Yonkers
• Willson’s Woods Pool, Mount Vernon

Starting pay is $11 per hour, but negotiable based on experience. Candidates must be age 16 or over.

Candidates who apply and are hired will be eligible for a refund of up to $300 of the $400 fees for training registration, certification card and materials.

More information about these positions and training, along with an application, can be found at parks.westchestergov.com.

Photo credit: Westchester County.