Lifeguard at Plamann Lake-Summer of 2025

Looking for a fun and rewarding summer position, while you can enjoy the wonderful Wisconsin weather?  Plamann Park consists of Plamann Lake, a man-made lake; the Children's Farm, home to baby farm animals; 27-hole disc golf course; and numerous hiking and walking trails. 

Outagamie County is hiring lifeguards for Plamann Lake at Plamann Park in north Appleton!

The Seasonal Lifeguard will maintain safety of Plamann Lake Swimmers.

Hours:  Plamann Lake is open Sunday to Saturday, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Every other weekend required

Address:  Plamann Lake is at 1375 E. Broadway Drive, Appleton, Wisconsin
 
**Must be at least 16 years old or older to be a lifeguard**
 This posting is for the Lifeguard position ONLY (June through August 2025)

 Other positions that we hire for may include that will be posted in the future:

• Parks Worker
  • Must be 18 years old or older
  • Various duties including operating light or heavy equipment
• Concession Stand Worker
  • Must be 16 years old or older
  • Working in Plamann Lake's concession stand area.

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• Serves as a lifeguard, performs as an integral part of any rescue or first-aid operations.
• Uses professional demeanor and alertness in all lifeguarding capacities, as well as sound teaching techniques in instructional capacities.
• Teaches any or all swimming classes of the Plamann Lake Water Safety Program.
• Operates cash register and performs transactions.
• Sells seasonal swim passes and daily admission into the lake.
• Fill in at concessions in the absence of concessions worker.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with patrons.
• Assists with crowd control by opening other areas of the lake as needed due to an increase in attendance.
• Keeps lake area, bathhouse, parking lot, and playground free of litter and waste paper by checking areas and daily pickup.
• Cleans bathhouse and toilet facilities daily.
• Rakes beach, removes and disposes of aquatic weeds, and assists with any repairs as required.
• Other duties may be assigned by Head Lifeguard or Management Assistant.

Must be an American Red Cross certified lifeguard.  Water Safety Instructor (W.S.I.); First-aid Basics; and C.P.R. for the Professional Rescuer Certifications; and supplemental experience working with or teaching learn to swim programs. Possess the strength and endurance to perform all lifesaving and first-aid procedures while under the most difficult situations.  Complete knowledge of all Red Cross swimming and water safety programs, and the ability to teach and demonstrate all swimming strokes.  Must be 16 years of age or older. 

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.

Salary : $15 - $16