Lifeguard, Seasonal

Your Home Port. The Premier Community on the Great Lakes.

Port Washington is known for offering “a touch of New England charm combined with Midwestern friendliness” and has been named by Midwest Living to their Top 100 Best Midwest Small Town Getaways. Port Washington, today, is a tourist destination with a vibrant downtown and community events.

The City’s population is 12,353 resides within seven square miles including 4 miles of waterfront. The City provides full-city services including Public Safety (Police, Fire, EMS), Engineering, Public Works, Water and Sewer utilities, Building Inspections, Community Development, Parks and Recreation, Marina, Senior Center, Library, Finance, Clerk and Administration. We are a welcoming destination for living, working, and visiting that – combined with our core values of accountability, innovation, trust, industriousness, and friendship – create an environment with opportunities to make a positive impact for our community.

THE ROLE
Lifeguards ensure the safety of our aquatic customers by scanning the pool, preventing accidents, enforcing the rules and appropriately responding to emergency situations. All employees must attend preseason and in-service training sessions. Other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

SCHEDULE

Summer Months (May – August) Mondays – Sundays

Shifts vary depending on staff availability

Typically staff receive 10-35 hours a week

QUALIFICATIONS
What does it take to succeed in this role? We’re looking for a motivated individual with strong time management skills and a willingness to learn. The ideal candidate should enjoy working with children/have the ability to effectively communicate with both children and adults. Current certification with the American Red Cross is required. Must be at least 15 years of age. Training and certification is available at a discounted rate for candidates deemed eligible.