About this role
This is a seasonal job for the City of Lansing with duties occurring during the regular swim season between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Other duties outside of this description will most likely be necessary. The primary responsibility as a lifeguard is to prevent drowning and other injuries from occurring. Candidates must be able to ensure the safety of patrons by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors. This person will need to be able to solve on-the-job issues by utilizing effective critical thinking and decision-making skills and possess the ability to work with all visitors to the facility. Lifeguards must be able to enforce pool policies and be able to communicate effectively.
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About City of Lansing
The vibrant and diverse City of Lansing, Michigan, situated on the banks of Michigan's Grand River, is the capital city of the state. Located in the heart of Michigan, about 90 miles west of Detroit, Lansing is often referred to as the Car Capital of North America and is the birthplace of Oldsmobile, which was founded in 1897. Lansing today boasts a robust economy diversified among several industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, government service, education, textiles, auto parts, metal products, and glass. The Metro Lansing region is within a two-hour drive of 90% of Michigan’s population, and within a day’s drive of a substantial portion of the U.S. population.
What you'll do
- The primary responsibility as a lifeguard is to prevent drowning and other injuries. Lifeguards must ensure the safety of patrons by minimizing or eliminating hazardous situations or behaviors.
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