Seasonal Aquatics Worker - Ouabache State Park

About Ouabache State Park

Ouabache State Park (pronounced, "O-bah-chee," which means "it shines bright") was a forest and game reserve before becoming a state park. It was once used to raise pheasants and quail. Remnants of old pens are still visible. The area now contains a 20-acre bison exhibit, as well as a lake and multiple recreational opportunities. Activities include basketball, bicycling, boating, camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, and sightseeing from the 100-foot fire tower.

Responsibilities

• Lifeguards and Aquatics Attendants – 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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Required to wear a DNR provided uniform

Skills

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Pay

The hourly wage for seasonal positions varies, starting at $12.25/hour.

Schedule

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.