Lifeguard (FT & PT Seasonal)

Crystal Mountain•Thompsonville, MI

About The Position

The Crystal Mountain Lifeguard responsibilities include ensuring the well-being of our guests, keeping pool areas clean, answering guest questions, as well as enforcing the policies, rules and regulations at the Park at Waters Edge.

Requirements

Previous lifeguard experience is preferred but not required.
CPR/First Aid Certifications and Lifeguard Certification required/provided.
Can be obtained after employment.
Must be able to complete a preliminary swim test.
Excellent guest service.
Clear and concise verbal communication skills.
Must possess a high level of concentration, self-motivation, the ability to multi-task and the drive to have fun.
Must have the ability to work independently.
Dependable and meets goals.
Exemplifies professional conduct and adherence to company Core Values.
Currently enrolled in high school, high school diploma, or equivalent.
Combination of education and experience that enables performance of all aspects of the position.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk and hear.
The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to work in varying weather conditions.
Must possess sufficient stamina to work under all types of weather conditions including extreme hot/ cold and to lift, carry, push, or pull a variety equipment and materials.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Minimum 16 years old.
Evenings, weekends and holidays are a regular part of the schedule.
Non-smoking candidates preferred.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children a plus.

Responsibilities

Uphold and support recreation expectations including Great Service, Quality Programming and Safe Recreation.
Assist department in minimizing liability and risk.
Follow activity standard operation procedures (SOPs) and uphold facilitation standards outlined in training.
Communicate, promote, sell, and encourage all on and off-site program participation.
Lifeguard the 4200 square foot pool at the Park at Water’s Edge including lap lanes, play structures & whirlpool.
Ensure guest safety and be prepared to be a first responder in an emergency situation.
Recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations
Enforce policies, rules and regulations at the Park at Water’s Edge.
Maintain 10/20 surveillance at all times.
Complete regular in-service trainings.
Complete On-Deck SOP, cleaning, projects, and announcements.
Perform daily operations and cleaning maintenance of pool area.
Clear pool deck and cabanas of used towels, life jackets, and trash and prepare for the next day.
Bag used towels as needed.
Sign out life jackets from the Park window.
Facilitate and staff private pool parties, events, and programs.
Interact and provide a safe, fun environment at all times.
Work special events and other programming as needed.
Follow all safe work practices, including the use of personal protection equipment (PPE) and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) procedures when around injuries.
Other duties as assigned.