What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Lifeguard position at Town of Kennebunk?
The Town of Kennebunk is accepting applications for seasonal Lifeguards for the 2025 summer season, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Lifeguards may finish the season early for school or other conflicts with advance notice. Uniforms and training will be provided. For more information about Kennebunk’s Lifeguard operations and/or to sign up for a tryout, please contact the Fire Rescue Department at (207) 604-1373.
Position Requirements
- 16 years of age or older by March 31, 2025;
- Ocean Guard/Lifeguard/CPR/First Aid certification is required prior to opening day (candidates will be tested in Mid-April);
- Prior experience is preferred but not required.
Pay
This is an hourly, non-exempt seasonal position with competitive wages. Starting pay is determined based on demonstrated knowledge, skills, abilities and work experience. Lifeguards who work the entire season receive an additional end of year bonus of $250.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit an employment application to be considered for the position. Please submit the application and any supplemental materials online through the Town’s Career Portal.
Paper copies of the employment application are available upon request. If you have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@kennebunkmaine.us or call (207) 604-1382.
Applications must be submitted by April 30, 2025. The application period may be extended if positions are not filled.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Equal Opportunity Employer Statements
The Town of Kennebunk is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a service organization, we recognize that our most valuable asset is our employees. We encourage our employees to embrace and share their life experiences, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, and unique capabilities so that we may all better understand and learn from each other.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Town of Kennebunk shall employ, upgrade, and promote the best qualified person(s) who are available at the salary level established for the position, without discrimination as to race, religion, age, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation (including gender identity and expression), national origin or ancestry, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, color, political affiliation, whistleblower activity, or any other status protected by law.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $250
