Lake Manager - Summer

now hiring a lake manager at plamann park for the summer of 2026!

looking for a leadership role this summer? We're seeking someone to supervise summer staff, address public concerns or complaints, delegate routine lake maintenance tasks, and ensure cleaning duties are completed through regular checks. You'll also enforce staff dress codes, oversee rule compliance, and maintain a professional and businesslike team environment during working hours.

primary responsibility is to establish a safe and orderly lake atmosphere, oversee all aspects of lake operations and maintenance, supervision of pool personnel, and maintain accurate records. Lake manager reports directly to program supervisor.

sunday to saturday, 10 am to 7:30 pm (hours may vary). Every other weekend required, possible 40+ hours per week.

plamann lake in appleton, wi

• 1375 e broadway dr.
• appleton, wi

• responsibility to maintain strong lake employee discipline and a well‑trained staff ready to respond to any lake emergency.
• provide high level of supervision of staff and lake patrons.
• delegate normal lake maintenance (cleaning) by staff and make frequent lake checks to verify cleaning duties are being performed.
• enforce staff dress code and oversee rule enforcement.
• maintain businesslike staff during working hours.
• work with program supervisor and human resources in enforcing staff discipline (improper behaviors, reprimands) and proper documentation.
• respond to public concerns and complaints in a mature, timely, and friendly manner.
• initiates communication regarding safety concerns to management staff on a daily basis.
• effectively manage point of sale operating system which includes touch screen, product inventory and credit card and cash transactions.
• maintain daily operations sheets.
• responsible for daily monetary transactions, nightly deposits at the facility, and verify and audit daily revenue reports to ensure deposits are correct.
• maintain adequate lake supplies.
• monitor and order concessions products and supplies when needed and ensure concessions is stocked nightly and when needed.
• prepare food in a safe and clean manner and maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety with food preparation, equipment and dispensers.
• sell and serve concessions and maintain cleanliness.
• monitor swim lesson instructors, keep record of swim lesson participant's pass/fail.
• fill out closing checklist, admissions and concessions sheets on a nightly basis.
• perform other duties as assigned.

• minimum 2 years supervisor experience
• concessions/food handling experience
• must be 18 years or older
• high school education or equivalent required
• american red cross lifeguard certification

• coordinate and oversee overall lake operations, including maintenance during swim hours
• follow guidance from supervisors and implement direction effectively
• strong oral and written communication skills
• sound decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities
• knowledge of lake operations, aquatic safety, and recreational management
• experience supervising, training, and scheduling staff, including lifeguards and concession workers
• leadership skills with the ability to manage team performance
• preparedness for emergencies and ability to manage incidents effectively
• develop, enforce, and maintain policies, safety rules, and procedures
• provide excellent customer service and maintain positive public relations
• environmental awareness, including water quality, weather conditions, and aquatic hazards
• recordkeeping, reporting, and basic computer proficiency

outagamie county is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the americans with disabilities act, the county will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.