The Kenosha County Parks Division is accepting applications for a Beach Manager to work at Silver Lake Park’s public beach for the 2024 season, Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends.
Under the direct supervision of the Park Foreman, the Beach Manager is in charge of all beach personnel including lifeguards, fee collectors, and beach operations. The Beach Manager is responsible for the safe operation of Silver Lake beach and must maintain order and control of the beach premises at all times.
If you like managing people in an outdoor setting, enjoy working with the public, and are looking for a fun seasonal opportunity – this could be the job for you!
Kenosha County is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
2024 Hiring Range: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Hiring Bonus
A Kenosha County seasonal Park candidate who is successfully hired and employed for at least 30 days shall be awarded a $200.00 bonus to their paycheck.
WORK SCHEDULE
- Silver Lake beach is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day
- Full-time schedule of 40 hours per week, with rotating days off, weekends
- Hours are typically 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. but flexibility may be allowed
- Required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Work schedules are dependent on weather and water quality conditions
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assign and supervise all personnel in the performance of their duties (i.e. park operations attendants, lifeguards, concession/fee collector associates)
- Direct and participate with staff in maintaining high standards of safety, emergency care, and maintenance
- Enforce Kenosha County rules and regulations
- Make all personnel assignments, rotations, and work schedules
- Complete bi-weekly payroll reports for staff
- Evaluate staff
- Keep necessary records
JOB REQUIREMENTS, EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Three years of management experience preferred
- Must be at least 18 years old at time of application
- Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of hire and maintain during incumbency, with acceptable driving record
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Current American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Training or Ellis & Associates (Ellis) Lifeguard Training
- ARC or Ellis Waterfront Lifeguarding
- ARC or Ellis Lifeguard Training Instructor
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification
SUCCESS FACTORS
- Ability to delegate, accept, understand, and follow written and/or verbal instruction
- Ability to observe safety precautions
- Ability to enforce rules and regulations in an effective and appropriate manner
- Ability to perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks outdoors related to the maintenance of beach, grounds, and facilities
- Ability to handle public rentals of kayaks and paddleboards
- Ability to maintain positive interactions with the public, employees, and others, using effective communication skills
- Ability to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Requires full range of physical movement – bending, reaching, lifting, etc.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Ability to work outside in any weather conditions, including extreme heat
SELECTION PROCESS
- Application Review - Qualifying
- Oral Interview - Qualifying
- Verification of Certifications - Qualifying
- Background Check (if 18 years of age) - Qualifying
- Drug Screen - Qualifying
If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.
This posting will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applicants are obtained; however, it is subject to close at any time without prior notice.
Kenosha County participates in the FICA Alternative Retirement Program. Seasonal employees are automatically enrolled in this program if they do not meet eligibility criteria for the Wisconsin Retirement System (pension). The FICA Alternative plan replaces the payment of FICA tax and instead contributes a percentage of pre-tax wages into an investment account for the benefit of the employee.
For more information about the Kenosha County beaches, please visit: http://parks.kenoshacounty.org
Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!
Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.