Evening Army Jobs (NOW HIRING)

We're currently hiring for evening and weekend lifeguard shifts. Our pool is open Monday-Friday evenings from 4:00 PM-8:30 PM, and Saturdays from 6:30 AM-5:30 PM.
This position starts at $15.84/hour, with the opportunity to earn an additional $1.00/hour by also serving as a Swim Instructor. A $1.00/hour shift differential is offered for all hours worked from 4:00 PM Friday through Sunday.
As an Afternoon/Evening Lifeguard, you'll be on deck during swim lessons, underwater hockey sessions, and family swim times.
As a Weekend Lifeguard, you'll oversee our busiest open swim hours, including family activities, our splash play area with tipping bucket, and the popular indoor/outdoor water slide.
Across all lifeguard roles, you'll monitor pool activities, assist guests, and enforce safety regulations. You'll follow the State of Wisconsin-approved aquatic staffing plan to maintain a safe environment and help with general facility upkeep.
Become a valued part of the Kroc Center team-help us create a safe, fun, and memorable aquatic experience for all!
MISSION STATEMENT
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
KROC CENTER MISSION
In keeping with the mission of the Wisconsin & Upper MI Division of The Salvation Army, The Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center located in Green Bay, WI provides facilities, programs and services that strengthen, encourage, and enrich children, adults, and seniors through positive life-changing experiences.
SUMMARY/PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The Lifeguard will assist with the implementation of programs, special events, and swim lessons. The Lifeguard will also monitor activities, observe and provide assistance to swimmers, prevent accidents, protect life and enforce regulations. The Lifeguard will also ensure they are positioned in accordance with the State of Wisconsin approved aquatic staffing plan. Position is also required to assist with general facility maintenance and perform other maintenance and cleaning duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

• Considerately and patiently enforce Kroc rules to provide a safe environment for all members, visitors and employees. Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas and actions. Maintain order in swimming areas.
• Must be able to analyze situations and adopt a quick and effective course of action; maintain constant observation of an assigned area to identify any signs of danger
• Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and provide first aid and CPR when needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of swimming pool areas.
• Provide great customer service to the community; see that all customers, clients and members are given prompt and courteous service.
• Ensure that all equipment assigned to the aquatic facilities is maintained and properly inventoried on a regular basis, and report defects, necessary repairs, etc. to appropriate personnel.
• Perform set up and breakdown of facility equipment as needed.
• Implement water chemical tests as determined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain records regarding programs and operations as needed.
• Participate in designated staff training and professional development courses, including regular in-service training sessions.
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Aquatics Staff Manual.

QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year of continuous experience in lifeguarding in a group environment preferred.
• Experience working with adults, youth, and children.

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• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
American Red Cross Lifeguard certification required. Waterpark Certification preferred; must be completed upon hire.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong verbal communication skills in English. Bilingual English / Spanish preferred.
• Ability to address multiple projects in a timely manner while being responsive and detail-oriented.
• Ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner.
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
• Exercise good judgment in personal actions, personnel management, and professional matters.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be physically active in an aquatics environment; to stand; walk; sit; swim; tread water; complete physical requirements as defined by American Red Cross Lifeguard certification; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The primary duties of this job take place in a busy public Aquatics Center. The noise level will be high. Temperatures will be above normal room temperature in a high-humidity environment. This position will have exposure to chemicals and fumes typically found in a pool environment, as well as exposure to bodily fluids and other potentially infectious materials.
For other duties of this job, such as outdoor special events and community center activities, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment at these events is usually moderate to loud.
The schedule for the department requires employees to work weeknights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
Learn more about the Salvation Army / Kroc Center: https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/greenbay/ or https://www.gbkroccenter.org/