Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast
Need Assistance?
Home > Careers > > Lifeguard

LIFEGUARD
Date Updated  April 08, 2013
Location  East Troy, WI
Job Type  Seasonal
Travel  Not Specified
Position ID  VLDC20134
Job Level  Entry Level(less than 2 years)
Number Of Openings  3
Years of Experience  Up to 2 Years
Level of Education  High School/GED
Salary $ 350.00
Starting Date   June 6, 2013

Apply for this job:
To build your online application.
Job Description

Position Summary:  Maintain and enforce safe waterfront practices. Assist with the implementation of waterfront activities. June 6, 9-14, 19, 22, 29; July 17, 18, 20, 22-26, 31; August 1,3, 5-9. Approximately 33 hours per week.

Start and End Date: June 6 - August 9, 2013

 

 

Major Accountabilities:

  1. Be responsible for maintaining the health and safety of campers.
  2. Lifeguard and participate in waterfront events.
  3. Teach small watercraft activities.
  4. Maintain an organized and clean facility, equipment and supplies; report needed repairs.
  5. Assist in the opening and closing of the waterfront.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Help campers follow directions and rules.
  2. Promote a sense of responsibility toward preservation of natural resources at waterfront site.
  3. Conduct daily check of area and equipment for safety cleanliness, and good repair.
  4. Lead and/or assist with canoe programs and trips.
  5. Supervise campers' participation in structured and unstructured activities.
  6. Ensure implementation of the Girl Scout program.
  7. Assist in the opening and closing of camp.
  8. Other duties as assigned by supervisor or Camp Director.

 

Experience and Skills
  • Current certification American Red Cross Lifeguard or certification from another organization having equal standards.
  • Current certification in CPR from the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid.
  • Experience in an aquatic setting; lake setting experience or certification is preferred.
  • Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule.
  • Willingness to subscribe to the philosophy of the Girl Scout program and enroll as a Girl Scout member.
  • Provide own transportation to and from camp each day.
  • At least 16 years of age.
  • Physical demands and work environment regularly requires the employee to walk, hike, and work outdoors in wooded areas and on uneven natural paths.

Equal Opportunity Employer


Apply for this job:
To build your online application.
Email Job To A Friend