Lake Compounce - Seasonal Lifeguard

locations:
Lake Compounce, 822 Lake Ave, Bristol, CT 06010, United States of America Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose:
* Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating*. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.
Lifeguards are responsible for the care and safety of all guests, dispatching riders on water attractions, monitoring swimming pools, and assisting guests in and out of the water.
All candidates must successfully complete the Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training Program before becoming a Lifeguard at Lake Compounce.
** We are currently looking for a:
** Lake Compounce - Seasonal Lifeguard
** Roles & Responsibilities:
** Lifeguard team members are responsible for the care and safety of all guests, dispatching riders on water attractions, monitoring swimming pools, and assisting guests in and out of the water.

All candidates must successfully complete the Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training Program before becoming a Lifeguard at Lake Compounce.
** Roles & Responsibilities:
*** Dispatch riders down water slides
* Assist guests onto mats and tubes
* Roam entire area of assigned pool, scan water for distressed swimmers
* Maintain constant surveillance of assigned area
* Maintain a sense of calm in tense, escalated or emergency situations
* Perform water rescues when necessary, using appropriate techniques and equipment
* Physically assist distressed swimmers to safety in both shallow and deep water
* Enforce weight and height requirements
* Provide first-aid to injured guests when authorized
* Quickly and efficiently escalate medical emergencies to the proper authorities, when needed
* Report customer and safety concerns as well as lost children to management
* Protect guest belongings; turn in found items to lost-and-found as soon as time permits
* Clean up assigned area at end of shift
* Remove unwanted trash or tripping hazards from Aquatics areas
* Assist in other departments as needed
* All other duties assigned by leadership
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* Education and Experience:

*** No education requirements for this position
* Previous work experience is not required
* Must successfully complete the Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training Program before becoming a lifeguard at Lake Compounce. All Lifeguard candidates will be required to obtain the Ellis Lifeguard Certification instructional handbook and pass all certification requirements. (Swim 200 yards doing front crawl or breaststroke; Retrieve 10-lb brick from 11 ft of water; and tread water without hands for 2 minutes)
** Language:
** Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English;
Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
** Requirements:
*** Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Connecticut Child Labor Laws
* Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
* Demonstrated ability to successfully perform all swim tests, water rescues, assists
* Ability to comply with all uniform policies
* Must possess safety-oriented mindset and understand the importance of complying with all Federal, State, and local regulations regarding aquatics safety standards
* Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and ability to follow instructions
* Must be guest-focused and work well with other team members and supervisors
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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* Physical Requirements:

*** Ability to swim 200 yards using front crawl/freestyle or breaststroke
* Ability to retrieve a 10-pound brick from at…