Summer Lifeguard

City of Monona; Monona (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community as a lifeguard at Monona Pool, where your role is crucial in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all patrons. This seasonal position offers flexible hours, allowing you to work days, evenings, and weekends throughout the summer. As a lifeguard, you will not only supervise pool activities but also engage with the public, providing essential information and support. Ideal candidates will possess strong swimming skills, customer service abilities, and a commitment to safety. Embrace the opportunity to work outdoors and make a positive impact in your community this summer!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age and a proficient swimmer.
• Current certification in Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and welfare of pool patrons.
• Enforce pool rules and regulations while supervising activities.
• Respond to emergencies and administer first aid as needed.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Swimming Proficiency

Emergency Response

Lifeguard Training

Communication Skills

Education

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Under the general direction of the Aquatic Director and supervision of the pool managers and head lifeguards, Monona Pool lifeguards ensure the safety of all pool patrons.

This is a limited-term, seasonal (summer) position beginning in June and ending in August. Hours for this position will vary from 15-40 per week and will include days, evenings, and weekends.

Wage Schedule:
1st year guard - $12.50/hour
2nd year guard - $14.50/hour
3rd year guard - $17.50/hour
4th year guard - $20.00/hour

The following duties are normal for the position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive; other duties may be required and assigned.

• Ensures the health, safety and welfare of those using the Monona Community Pool
• Supervises the activities of pool patrons by enforcing rules and regulations
• Performs pool maintenance and facility cleaning duties
• Responds to emergency situations; administers first aid and primary care as needed
• Assists the public as necessary by providing program information, answering public inquiries, handling or referring complaints, posting notices and interpreting pool rules and policies
• Attends all mandatory in-service trainings as required by the Aquatic Director

1. Must be at least 15 years of age
2. Must be a proficient swimmer
3. Must have a current certification in Red Cross Lifeguard/ First Aid/ CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
4. Must be willing to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
5. Excellent customer service skills – this position serves as an ambassador for the City and must engage the public in a respectful, professional and positive manner

1. Must have working knowledge of the principles and practices of Lifeguard Training, CPR and First Aid
2. Must be a proficient swimmer
3. Must be able to recognize visual and audible cues in order to identify swimmers in distress or in the process of unsafe behaviors
4. Must be able to remain alert and attentive to dangerous situations while sitting, standing, or walking for varying lengths of time
5. Must be able to react to emergency situations with quick movements and strenuous activity, including being able to assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights.
6. Must be able to effectively communicate with the general public and pool staff
7. Must be able to identify problems and determine when supervisor intervention is needed
8. Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including high heat, humidity, and direct sun
9. Must be able to work with moderate to loud background noise