Lifeguard-SUMMER POSITIONS

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Green Bay, WI

7d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

As a Lifeguard at the Green Bay Kroc Center you can choose to work morning, afternoon, evening or weekend shifts. The Aquatics Center is open 5:15 am – 8:30 pm. (Closed Sundays) We are hiring for current open positions as well as for Summer 2026! This position pays $15.84/hour. A shift differential of $1.00 per hour is paid for all shifts worked from 4:00 pm Friday through Sunday. Choose your preferred shifts: Morning Lifeguard: Oversee group fitness classes, splash play, and swim lessons. Afternoon/Evening Lifeguard: Be on deck during swim lessons, underwater hockey, and family swim times. Weekend Lifeguard: Supervise lively open swim sessions featuring splash play areas, water tipping buckets, and our popular indoor/outdoor water slide. Why join us? Flexible scheduling: mornings, afternoons, evenings, or weekends Fun, active environment Opportunity to add Swim Instructor duties for extra pay All Lifeguards ensure safety, assist swimmers, and enforce regulations according to the Wisconsin-approved aquatic staffing plan. You'll also handle general facility maintenance and cleaning duties. Join the Kroc Center team to help keep aquatic fun and safety top priority! MISSION STATEMENT The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. KROC CENTER MISSION In keeping with the mission of the Wisconsin & Upper MI Division of The Salvation Army, The Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center located in Green Bay, WI provides facilities, programs and services that strengthen, encourage, and enrich children, adults, and seniors through positive life-changing experiences. SUMMARY/PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Lifeguard will assist with the implementation of programs, special events, and swim lessons. The Lifeguard will also monitor activities, observe and provide assistance to swimmers, prevent accidents, protect life and enforce regulations. The Lifeguard will also ensure they are positioned in accordance with the State of Wisconsin approved aquatic staffing plan. Position is also required to assist with general facility maintenance and perform other maintenance and cleaning duties as assigned.

Requirements

1 year of continuous experience in lifeguarding in a group environment preferred.
Experience working with adults, youth, and children.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
American Red Cross Lifeguard certification required.
Strong verbal communication skills in English.
Ability to address multiple projects in a timely manner while being responsive and detail-oriented.
Ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner.
Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
Exercise good judgment in personal actions, personnel management, and professional matters.

Nice To Haves

Waterpark Certification preferred; must be completed upon hire.
Bilingual English / Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Considerately and patiently enforce Kroc rules to provide a safe environment for all members, visitors and employees. Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas and actions. Maintain order in swimming areas.
Must be able to analyze situations and adopt a quick and effective course of action; maintain constant observation of an assigned area to identify any signs of danger.
Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and provide first aid and CPR when needed.
Maintain cleanliness of swimming pool areas.
Provide great customer service to the community; see that all customers, clients and members are given prompt and courteous service.
Ensure that all equipment assigned to the aquatic facilities is maintained and properly inventoried on a regular basis, and report defects, necessary repairs, etc. to appropriate personnel.
Perform set up and breakdown of facility equipment as needed.
Implement water chemical tests as determined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
Maintain records regarding programs and operations as needed.
Participate in designated staff training and professional development courses, including regular in-service training sessions.
Follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Aquatics Staff Manual.