Seasonal Aquatics Worker

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About O’Bannon Woods State Park:

O'Bannon Woods State Park is a 2,400-acre area that borders the Ohio River. The Blue River also flows through the park. Although it is inside the Harrison Crawford State Forest, is it managed separately. The nearby Wyandotte Caves State Recreation Area provides additional recreational opportunities. O’Bannon Woods was the location of one of the few African American Civilian Conservation Corps units. The property has a uniquely restored, working hay press barn, complete with oxen for power and a pioneer farmstead.

Salary Information:
The pay for these seasonal positions may vary but traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $

A Day in the Life:

The Seasonal Aquatics Worker provides friendly customer service while ensuring the safety of guests participating in water activities. Seasonal Aquatics Worker positions and their essential functions are as follows:

Lifeguards : Monitor the activities of visitors at property pools or beaches. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of pools or beach equipment. Marina Attendants : Monitor the activities of visitors, operate and fuel watercraft for use at the marina, and sell gasoline, oil, passes, and permits to marina visitors. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of watercraft. Shuttle Boat Operators : Ferry passengers to and from personal boats, ensuring safe, cautious, and efficient rides for the safety of passengers and the care of boats. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of boats or equipment.

Supervisory roles may include:

Head Captains : In addition to lifeguard responsibilities, this position is responsible for supervising lifeguarding staff through scheduling, training, and correction when appropriate. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of pools or beach equipment. Pool Supervisors : Responsible for supervising lifeguarding staff through scheduling, training, and correction when appropriate. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of pools. This position does not require an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (LGI) certification and will not will NOT be allowed to sit on any lifeguard pool-deck rotations.  Assistant Captains : In addition to lifeguard responsibilities, this position is responsible for supervising lifeguarding staff through scheduling, training, and correction when appropriate in the absence of a Head Captain. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of pools or beach equipment.
 

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time. 

What You'll Need for Success:

Completion of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, American Red Cross Community CPR, First Aid and AED certifications are required Physical training, including swimming and running, is a requirement of this position Required to wear a DNR provided uniform  May be required to have a valid driver’s license  This role should expect to work afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays. Individuals may experience working in potentially inclement weather. Individuals may experience working with DOC work release crews.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal

Opportunity Employer

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