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Berrien County Parks & Recreation - Lifeguard (Seasonal/ Part Time) in St Joseph, Michigan
Lifeguard - Seasonal/ Part-Time
- $14.00/ Hour
- This temporary, part-time position allows for a maximum of 1,000 hours per calendar year. It does not include any benefits.
- Positions available Memorial Day through mid-August.
Duties:
- Lifeguards are employed primarily for the protection of swimmers and control of beach activities at Silver Beach County Park.
- Monitors beach and water related activities.
- Enforces park rules and regulations that discourage unsafe beach and water activities.
- Provides necessary rescue and emergency care for accident victims; provides appropriate first aid.
- Participates in regular training and employee improvement.
- This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.
Required:
- Must be at least 16 years of age with valid identification.
- Current certifications of training for Red Cross Lifeguard Training or equivalent and CPR for Adult, Infant and Child.
- Must pass both written and physical tests demonstrating individual physical fitness and knowledge of water rescue techniques.
- An employee in this class is required to work weekends and holidays on a regular basis and is required to wear a department-issued uniform while on the job.
Reimbursement Opportunity:
- Partial reimbursement for certification in Lifeguard Training will be distributed at the end of the season if employee works a minimum of 20 hours a week from June through the end of the season (approximately mid-August) and can provide receipt of payment for certification.
Desired:
- Prior lifeguarding experience.