Lifeguard - Seasonal/Part-Time

DUTIES:

• Lifeguards are employed primarily for the protection of swimmers and control of beach activities at Silver Beach County Park.
• Monitors beach and water related activities.
• Enforces park rules and regulations that discourage unsafe beach and water activities.
• Provides necessary rescue and emergency care for accident victims; provides appropriate first aid.
• Participates in regular training and employee improvement.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

REQUIRED:

• Must be at least 16 years of age with valid identification.
• Current certifications of training for Red Cross Lifeguard Training or equivalent and CPR for Adult, Infant and Child.
• Must pass both written and physical tests demonstrating individual physical fitness and knowledge of water rescue techniques.
• An employee in this class is required to work weekends and holidays on a regular basis and is required to wear a department-issued uniform while on the job.

REIMBURSEMENT OPPORTUNITY:

• Partial reimbursement for certification in Lifeguard Training will be distributed at the end of the season if employee works a minimum of 20 hours a week from June through the end of the season (approximately mid-August) and can provide receipt of payment for certification.

DESIRED:

• Prior lifeguarding experience.

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Fax: (269) 983-5788
Address: Berrien County Administration Building, Personnel Department, 701 Main St., St. Joseph, MI 49085