Job Description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Potato Creek State Park:
Potato Creek State Park encompasses six square miles about 12 miles southwest of South Bend. A variety of natural habitats await, including the 327-acre Worster Lake, old fields, mature woodlands, restored prairies, and diverse wetlands. Each offers unique opportunities for plant and wildlife observation.

Potato Creek is currently hiring for an Aquatics Worker

Salary Statement : 

The hourly wage for seasonal positions varies, starting at $12.25/hour. 

A Day in the Life:

The Seasonal Aquatics Workers provide friendly customer service while ensuring the safety of guests participating in water activities. Seasonal Aquatics Worker positions include:

• Lifeguards and Aquatics Attendants – Monitor the activities of visitors at property pools or beaches. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of pools or beach equipment.
• Marina Attendants – Monitor the activities of visitors, operate and fuel watercraft for use at the marina, and sell gasoline, oil, passes, and permits to marina visitors. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of watercraft.
• Shuttle Boat Operators – Ferry passengers to and from personal boats, ensuring safe, cautious, and efficient rides for the safety of passengers and the care of boats. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of boats or equipment.

Supervisory roles may include:

• Head Captains : In addition to lifeguard responsibilities, this position is responsible for supervising lifeguarding staff through scheduling, training, and correction when appropriate. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of pools or beach equipment.
• Pool Supervisors : Responsible for supervising lifeguarding staff through scheduling, training, and correction when appropriate. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of pools. This position does not require an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (LGI) certification and will NOT be allowed to sit on any lifeguard pool deck rotations. 
• Co-Captains : In addition to lifeguard responsibilities, this position is responsible for supervising lifeguarding staff through scheduling, training, and correction when appropriate in the absence of a Head Captain. This role is expected to administer first aid and CPR when necessary and report accidents or issues to property management. Assistance may be requested for the maintenance and operations of pools or beach equipment

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Completion of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, American Red Cross Community CPR, First Aid and AED certifications are required
• Physical training, including swimming and running, is a requirement of this position
• Required to wear a DNR provided uniform 
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license 
• This role should expect to work afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Individuals may experience working in potentially inclement weather.
• Individuals may experience working with DOC work release crews.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. ​​​​​​​

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov

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