Waterpark Lifeguard

Showboat Hotel & Island Waterpark•Atlantic City, NJ

7d•$19 - $19

About The Position

Lifeguards ensure the safety of visitors at Island Waterpark by maintaining constant surveillance and actively scanning and monitoring patrons in their assigned area. They explain safety rules, warn patrons about unsafe situations, and enforce waterpark rules. Lifeguards recognize and respond to water rescues and incidents and provide emergency care when necessary. This seasonal, non-exempt/hourly position is part of the Waterpark department at SB Waterpark Land LLC. It reports to Waterpark Managers, Waterpark Supervisors, the Waterpark Assistant Director, and the Waterpark Director. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The role requires current lifeguard certification, or certification within 30 days of employment, and the ability to maintain certification. Lifeguards must attend scheduled in-service training, work varying schedules that may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours, and meet the physical demands of standing and walking for long periods, lifting and moving up to 50 pounds, and sitting, standing, bending, and stretching. Work takes place in wet and humid conditions and may involve loud noise and heat or cold.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Must hold lifeguarding certification or become certified within 30 days of employment; must maintain current certification.
Must be safety-minded and focused, with strong attention to detail.
Must be able to work under pressure and in high-stress situations and remain alert and focused for long periods.
Excellent communication skills.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.
High school diploma/GED or related experience.
Ability to attend work predictably and regularly and be punctual.
Ability to read and understand documents, drawings, and instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and deal politely and professionally with customers and coworkers.
Ability to perform several tasks at once and follow directions or instructions.
Ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods, work in a fast-paced environment, and lift and move 50 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, stretch, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with the hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of facility rules, policies, and procedures.
Leadership qualities and guest service skills.

Responsibilities

Safeguard and regulate the conduct of waterpark patrons.
Enforce park policies, rules, and regulations.
Rescue patrons and perform appropriate follow-up procedures, including proper use of equipment when providing first aid.
Respond quickly and decisively according to established emergency and accident procedures.
Remain alert, prevent accidents, and eliminate risks.
Administer CPR and first aid as appropriate under incident protocols.
Provide written reports on all accidents and incidents.
Maintain updated safety requirements and attend scheduled in-service training.
Provide customer service, answer questions, and handle customer conflicts and complaints as necessary.
Communicate professionally and courteously with patrons to resolve conflicts and enforce park policies and rules.
Perform work safely according to departmental safety procedures; operate equipment safely and report unsafe conditions or practices to waterpark leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.