Pool Division
The City of Los Angeles operates 59 swimming pools.  10 of these pools are operated year round, with the remaining 49 operated on a seasonal summertime basis. 
The next L.A. City Pool Lifeguard Test Dates are TBD.  Currently no hiring scheduled for 2010.
(J.C.A.S.S. = John C. Argue Swim Stadium)  Call Citywide Aquatics at: (323) 906-7953 for more information.
The following are requirments to become an L.A. City Pool Lifeguard:

- No certification neccessary
- LA City Pool Lifeguard  Preparation Certificate (Optional) - 20 pts
- Complete 70 ft dummy tow under 1:18 - 30 pts
- Complete 200 yard medley (breast, back, side, free) under  3:52 - 30 pts
- Oral Interview - 40 pts
- Receive a minimum of 65 pts to be considered for Pool Lifeguard Academy
- Successfully complete the Pool Lifeguard Academy.

Click here for the official job bulliten

*Preparation certificates can be obtained through classes offered at your local L.A. City pool.
See our
Pool Listings page for a pool in your area.


L.A. City Pool Lifeguard Rookie School:
0800-1700 each day @ the Los Angeles Swim Stadium
During the Pool Lifeguard Rookie School, each candidate is given extensive instruction on the following material:

- Pool Hazards
- The Basics of Lifeguarding
- Swim Rescue Techniques
- Spinal Management
- Basic First Aid/CPR
- Pool Maintenance and Upkeep
- L.A. City Policies and Procedures


Each day the candidates will also participate in a daily 500 yard pool swim.

At the end of Rookie School, the candidates are each evaluated individually via field and written tests, and ranked accordingly.      
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