Lifeguard - (Full Time)

Forest County Potawatomi Community • Crandon, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Works to safeguard swimmers from drowning or other accidents, rescue and resuscitate drowning victims, administer proper first aid, and secure medical assistance, if necessary. Enforces all rules and regulations while encouraging members to participate in activities through positive reinforcement. Responsible for the inspection and care of aquatics area and equipment. Reports any needed repairs to the Aquatic Manager. Performs alert, preventative guarding, safety and direct supervision of swimmers during all open and lap swim opportunities. Assists the Aquatics Manager and Management Staff in coordination and planning of program related activities and events. Assists with special events held at Aquatics facility. Completes necessary paperwork specific to job responsibilities (attendance forms, accident/incident report forms, facility checklists, etc.). Responds to emergency situations, following established emergency protocols.

Requirements

• Must be at least 15 years of age
• Red Cross, Lifeguard certification
• Physical swimming skills test
• CPR and First Aid certified preferred, or willing to obtain within 3 months of hire
• Must successfully pass all applicable background checks and drug screens

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years Aquatic Safety experience preferred
• CPR and First Aid certified preferred, or willing to obtain within 3 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Safeguard swimmers from drowning or other accidents
• Rescue and resuscitate drowning victims
• Administer proper first aid and secure medical assistance
• Enforce all rules and regulations
• Encourage members to participate in activities through positive reinforcement
• Inspect and care for aquatics area and equipment
• Report needed repairs to the Aquatic Manager
• Perform alert, preventative guarding, safety and direct supervision of swimmers
• Assist with coordination and planning of program related activities and events
• Assist with special events held at Aquatics facility
• Complete necessary paperwork
• Respond to emergency situations following established emergency protocols

Benefits

• Approximately 5 weeks of paid time off annually
• 3 weeks of paid holidays
• Premium free health insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401k with match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed