Job Summary:
We seek a responsible and attentive Activity Staff (Lifeguard) to join our team for the 2024 summer season. As an Activity Staff, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all guests at our pool, waterfront, and archery facility. Your primary responsibility will be to monitor swimmers and small watercraft boaters, enforce pool, waterfront, and archery rules, and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies. If you are a strong swimmer with excellent communication skills and a passion for guest service, we encourage you to apply. Lifeguard, Waterfront Lifeguard, AED, CPR, First Aid and Archery certification trainings will be provided.
Responsibilities:
1. Lifeguard patrons at the Lake Doniphan swimming pool and waterfront; provide rescue, first aid, and/or emergency care until EMS arrives, if needed.
2. Demonstrate a professional and courteous attitude towards all Lake Doniphan guests and staff.
3. Arrive for each lifeguard shift in uniform and rescue ready.
4. Test Chlorine and PH levels of pool when not on stand, record levels on chemical tracking sheet and alert Executive Director to any unusual levels.
5. Ensure that all patrons are following safety guidelines/rules for swimming pool, waterfront, boating, and other recreational activities.
6. Maintain a clean pool area – deck and water should be debris-free, pool changing rooms/restrooms should be clean and stocked, all equipment in good working order.
7. Take inventory of pool, waterfront, archery, and recreation equipment. Notify the Executive Director of any repairs/replacements needed. Inventory to include lifejackets, paddles, noodles, arrows, bows, sports equipment, etc.
8. Plan, set up, clean up, and lead recreational activities. Activities may include archery, games, fishing, sports, canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boating.
9. Ensure that archery and boating equipment is stored correctly and under lock and key when not in use.
10. Provide excellent customer service as one of Doniphan’s on-site liaisons to guests and visitors.
11. Maintain a weekly log of assigned activities and insights gained, to be submitted at the end of the summer.
- Prepare for and actively participate in all staff training, in-services, meetings, and evaluation conferences.
- Have a complete understanding of all Lake Doniphan forms, procedures, and policies, and can answer any questions related to/and can complete forms, if needed.
- All staff should possess respect for others, punctuality, cleanliness, appropriate clothing, ownership in camp properties/equipment and programs, good sportsmanship, etc.
- Complete understanding of the Staff Handbook and facility policies and procedures.
- Submit all required reports on time. (Evaluations, Incident/Accident, repair, or supplies needed)
- Report to the Executive Director any guest, volunteer, or site problems you cannot resolve as soon as possible.
- Provide opportunities for the group, so that each individual experiences success while at Lake Doniphan.
- Carry out camp health, food, and safety procedures.
- Instruct guests in emergency procedures such as fire drills, severe weather warnings, etc.
- Teach and /or lead camp activities as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned; these duties can and will include the cleaning of the facility at the end of each session and during the week.
Qualifications
- CPR and First Aid certifications (training will be provided)
- Lifeguard and waterfront lifeguard certifications (training will be provided)
- Strong swimming skills with the ability to perform rescues if necessary
- Ability to lift heavy objects, such as pool equipment or injured individuals
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Previous lifeguard experience is preferred, but not required
Please note that this position is seasonal May - August and requires the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Lifeguards must also be comfortable working in an outdoor environment in various weather conditions. Seasonal housing is available and meals will be provided when we have groups.
If you are passionate about ensuring the safety of others while providing exceptional guest service, we would love to hear from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person