What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal - Lifeguard / Swim Instructor position at City of Appleton, WI?
Salary : $15.24 - $17.26 Hourly
Location : Appleton, WI
Job Type : Seasonal
Job Number : 2025-6
Department : Parks and Recreation
Division : Recreation - Seasonal Workers
Opening Date : 01 / 02 / 2025
Closing Date : 5 / 1 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Responsible for supervision of assigned facility during work hours (including, but not limited to, security, cleanliness, and safety).
Safety and direct supervision of patrons during all swim programming.
Coordination and planning of program related activities and events.
Instruct and / or support various levels of swim lessons teaching swimming, diving, and water safety skills.
Encourage children to participate in activities through positive reinforcement.
Serve as a positive role model to the participants.
Continually train on emergency action plans, including by not limited to roles and responsibilities, rescue skills, and CPR and AED use.
Respond to emergency situations, following established emergency protocols.
Complete necessary paperwork specific to job responsibilities (attendance forms, accident / incident report forms, facility checklists, etc.).
Supervise special events held at assigned facility.
Perform set-up and take-down of program related equipment.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Maintain upkeep and inventory of supplies and equipment.
Perform facility maintenance duties as determined by the pool management staff, Facilities Personnel and Recreation Supervisor.
Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationship with fellow staff members, management staff, volunteers, and the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
Attend all required staff meetings and trainings.
Work closely with the Parks and Recreation Department staff to ensure all department and City of Appleton rules, policies, and procedures are observed and enforced.
Report directly to and perform any other duties as assigned by pool management staff.
Typical Qualifications
EXPERIENCE : Knowledge and / or background of the specific program
Physically capable of performing and demonstrating program related activities.
Ability and / or experience to work with varied age groups, including children.
Ability to take direction.
Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.
Able to work duration of the program as assigned by supervisor.
Shall wear Parks and Recreation staff uniform per the City of Appleton dress code.
Supplemental Information
Minimum Age : 15 years old
Employment Season : Year- round
Work Location : East and West (Jan- April, Sept- Nov); Erb and Mead (June- Aug)
Pay Grade : 3
This position is a non-benefited position with the City of Appleton.
Are you at least 15 years of age?
Are you certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR / AED for the Professional Rescuer?
What would be your preferred location for the summer of 2024? This is a preference and not guaranteed.
I am available to work full time (40 hours per week) for the summer season.
Please list the number of hours you are available to work per week.
Required Question
Salary : $15 - $17
