Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Norman S. Johnson Aquatics Center, 405 S. Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA
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Ready to trade the beach towel for a real lifeguard tower? The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks & Recreation is holding its swim test for lake lifeguard roles at the Norman S. Johnson Aquatics Center in Arcadia, where you'll need to knock out 1,000 meters in 18 minutes or less. Open to candidates 16 and up with 20/30 uncorrected vision, the gig pays $29.83-$31.49 an hour (plus bonus pay for EMTs) and places you at Castaic Lake, Bonelli Park, or Santa Fe Dam—so bring your best freestyle and a valid California Class C license.