THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION
Parks & Recreation
Lifeguard I [Lake Allatoona]
Salary: $16.50
General Description:
- For the duration of a seven-week camp, this position will monitor swimmers at Lake Allatoona Residential Camp Site, maintain strict observance to safety rules and procedures; perform rescues for distressed swimmers using assigned rescue techniques and equipment; teach Learn to Swim and track progress for campers. This position will live onsite Monday night through Friday morning. Room and board will be provided.
Supervision Received
- Works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.
- Knowledge of all rules, regulations and laws governing lake operations.
- Knowledge of water sports e.g. water polo, etc.
- Competent swimming skills, strength and stamina to perform tasks of lifeguard
- Lifeguard certification
- CPR/First Aid certification
- Water safety training
- Ability to compile, prepare and maintain assortment of reports and records
Minimum Qualifications – Education and Experience
- High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- Lifeguard Certification
- 1-2 years of lifeguard experience or 3 summers
- Must pass background check for criminal and child protective findings.
- Must pass a drug screening.
Preferred Education & Experience
- High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- 1-2 years of open water lifeguard experience or 3 summers
- Water Safety Instructor Certification
Licensures and Certifications
The following certifications are required:
- First Aid/CPR
- Lifeguard certification
Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
Additional Information:
- City of Atlanta required training June 2nd – June 6th, 2025.
- Allatoona Campground specific site training and Outdoor Activity Training • Summer staff will be required to work a 10 - hour shift Monday – Friday from June 9th – July 25th, 2025. Vacation requests during this time will not be approved.
- All summer staff must be actively involved in the lake with campers during swim times and wear a bathing suit (one-piece for females, swimming trunks with lining for males). Staff is not required to know how to swim or teach swim lessons.
- Resumes will be accepted.
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