Summer and Seasonal Jobs with SYLS

Lifeguards

All applicants should complete the Employment Application (PDF) and a copy of their school ID and/or photo ID and should be sent to employment@livingstonnj.org. 

Note: To complete the application electronically, download and save the PDF first. Then open it, fill it out, save your changes, and print.
Deadline for submitting an application is March 31, 2023.

Lifeguard candidates should also send a copy of their Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED Certifications.

Lifeguard Certification

Individuals seeking employment as lifeguards at Livingston Community Pools must be certified prior to applying for a summer job.

For information about New Jersey locations for American Red Cross classes, new and re-certification students, visit njlifeguard.com.

Lifeguards must be available to work every weekend during the pool season and must be available to work through Labor Day Weekend.

Adherence to the attendance policy in the lifeguard handbook is required, including giving required notice for absences.

Forms and Flyers

  1. Summer-Seasonal Employment Application (PDF)

More Information

Age Requirements

Pool employees (lifeguards and snack bar attendants) must be at least 15 years old by May 1, 2023.

Camp employees must be entering 10th grade, Fall of the current calendar year. Counselors in Training must be entering 9th grade, Fall of the current calendar year.
Deadline for submitting an application is March 31, 2023.

All minors under the age of 18 who work in New Jersey must have an employment certificate – also called “working papers.” We will provide the form to employees under 18 who are offered a position and accept, along with other new hire documents. Please note that returning employees under 18 will need to complete working papers each year (even if they were completed previously). More information: Employment Certificates (State of New Jersey)

Availability Requirements

All camp staff will be required to work the full SIX weeks! Vacation days will not be granted. Excused absences may be granted such as: college orientation and/or doctor’s appointment. Proper paperwork is required for these requests with approval from Camp Director.

Snack Bar: Availability during most weekends throughout the summer is required.

Lifeguards must be available to work every weekend during the pool season. Adherence to the attendance policy in the lifeguard handbook is required, including giving required notice for absences.