City Now Hiring LifeGuards

The City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is now hiring full and part-time lifeguards for the 2025 season. As in years past, the department will provide free American Red Cross certifications for applicants who are not already certified.

This is the fourth year the department has offered the courses and certifications – which are valid for two years – for free. The courses teach skills including water rescues, CPR, AED, First Aid, and more which result in five different certifications upon completion and testing.

Prospective lifeguards, who must be 15 years old or older, can apply online HERE.

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