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Job Opportunities Menu Job Opportunities Sign In Saving... Account could not be created. Please fix the errors to continue. Sign In All fields are required Create an account Username or Email Password Sign In Forgot username | Reset password Facebook Don't have an account? Create one . Already have an account? Sign In . User profile dropdown menu for Username Applications Inbox Profile Account Sign Out After clicking on this link you will be logged out and the page will be reloaded. Applications Inbox Profile Go to Background Investigation Account Sign Out After clicking on this link you will be logged out and the page will be reloaded. Welcome! Thanks for creating an account. City of Manitowoc Careers City of Manitowoc Careers powered by NEOGOV ® Seasonal Lifeguard Print Apply Seasonal Lifeguard Salary $13.00 - $15.00 Hourly Location 930 North 18th Street, Manitowoc (Aquatic), WI Job Type Seasonal Job Number 2026.00004 Department DPI Opening Date 02/10/2026 Description Benefits Questions Thank you for considering the City of Manitowoc in your career search! It's a great City to live in and to work in! Watch this video to learn more. The City of Manitowoc is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The City of Manitowoc ONLY accepts online applications via the link below for current openings. • We do not accept paper applications or emailed resumes. •Summary of Job Under general supervision, ensures the safety of patrons of an aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies. Lifeguard This position is expected to work 20-40 hours per week during the Aquatic Center season. Working hours for this position will be scheduled on days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Responsibilities Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility. This position reports to the Aquatic Center Supervisors and Aquatic Center Program Coordinator Supervises the activities of patrons by enforcing rules and regulations. Warns patrons of improper activities or hazards and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Rescues persons in distress or in danger of drowning when indicated and provide rescue breathing, CPR and First Aid. Notifies Supervisor of any accidents, rescues or problems that have arisen. Reports to Supervisor any equipment that is in need of repair. Adheres to rules and regulations, encompassing communication, working relations, job reliability and initiative, safety, accomplishment of work tasks, and supervision. Adheres to all American Red Cross protocols. Attends and contributes at in-service training sessions and meetings.
Qualifications Education:
No specific education requirements
Experience:
No specific experience requirements
Certifications/Licenses:
Red Cross Certified Lifeguard or equivalent; Standard First Aid Certification; CPR for the
Professional Rescuer Other Requirements:
Must be at least 15 years of age Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities This position must possess the ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations making proper judgments as to the correct course of action; work from broad direction with limited supervision; perform general lifeguard duties and pool maintenance tasks; rescue swimmers in danger of drowning regardless of the situation and even if possible drowning victim resists rescue efforts; work hours as scheduled; enforce safety and health regulations; focus attention on tasks, which may be routine, or repetitive, without losing concentration or becoming distracted by external activities; and adapt to interruptions, equipment failures, unusual demands or changing priorities. This position must also possess the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and procedures; maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public; communicate effectively with patrons and staff; and read and interpret policy manuals established for the work environment. •The City anticipates filling these positions pending Committee approval and funding.
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