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Great Wolf Lodge – Baraboo
Baraboo, WI
15.50/hr
07/05/2026
07/05/2026
30/08/2026
30/08/2026
Lifeguard
$110/Week
$15.50/hr
1.5 X Normal rate. Overtime is offered but not guaranteed.
Job Information
Position
Rate
Job Description
At Great Wolf, the Ambassador of Fun creates an exciting atmosphere for kids with handson, unforgettable experiences.
– This role leads Great Wolf Lodge kids’ activities and is also responsible for general retail work, including stocking merchandise and ringing sales.
– Perform all branded experiences consistently according to Family Tradition procedures.
– Responsible for all aspects of Character Appearances and Entertainment at the property including:
1) Perform character appearance duties in a manner deemed acceptable according Great Wolf Lodge standards; learn and perform signature character moves and non-verbal communication strategies. Characters do not speak under any circumstances.
2) Perform Wolf Walk, Story Time, and other brand events/experiences outside of the Cub Club room (hands-on learning, dance parties, karaoke).
3) Personally interact with Great Wolf Lodge guests.
4) When not on break, act as though you are on stage at all times, effectively entertaining Pack Members, families and children through public performance.
5) Escorts are the ‘voice’ of the character, so must have the ability and will be expected to converse casually and appropriately with guests.
6) Perform and/or provide support to all necessary community appearances. This includes but is not limited to sponsors, charities, tradeshows, media and private functions.
7) Responsible for character costume operations including care, cleaning, maintenance, etc.
8) Commit entirely to the assigned scheduled opportunities for specific characters (“Wiley”, “Violet”, or other scheduled character) to appear at on-site and off-site events.
9) Distribute Great Wolf Lodge promotional items designed to help increase guest experience and guest attendance at events.
10) Willingness to perform child-friendly promotional activities on-site and in the community.
12) Willingness to represent Great Wolf Lodge, and our mission and core values, in a positive manner on and off site.
13) All character and escort duties are interchangeable — it is expected that each Pack Member is willing and able to fulfil both roles as needed
Required skills :
- Must sit or stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to maintain composure in character suits; including heat and humidity for periods of 30 minutes
- Position requires the ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 lbs and up to 100 lbs.
- Proven customer service skills and communication skills; able to read and interpret English language manuals relating to safety, operations, and procedures.
- Proven teamwork skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize a variety of tasks with minimal direction.
Required experience :
- Previous experience in a related fields such as Entertainment, Hospitality, or Education.
- Previous as a Character and/or working with children.
Job Benefits
Allowances, bonuses, and/or incentives : Free and/ or discounted use of water park and other resort amenities.
English Level
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Waterpark Attendant
- Interact with guests in a friendly and welcoming manner.
- Provide exceptional guest service in order to enhance the guest experience in the water park.
- Provide general assistance to guests, including answering questions about the resort, pools, rides and attractions.
- Monitoring the well-being of guests and responding to emergency situations both in and out of water. Includes providing emergency first aid as necessary.
- Enforcing established rules, complying with regulations, and maintaining professional lifeguarding practices.
- Maintaining a constant alertness to what our hundreds of guests are doing, preventing accidents and assisting swimmers in distress. Should an emergency occur, Waterpark Attendants are responsible for taking quick and decisive action and providing emergency care.
- Throughout their shift, Waterpark Attendants are also expected to play an important role in keeping the resort clean and comfortable.
- All of these important responsibilities must be fulfilled while working either inside in a humid environment or outside in the elements – heat, humidity, rain, and wind. Long periods of standing are required.
- Advises waterpark management of unsafe and unsanitary conditions.
- Possesses a general knowledge of the waterpark pools and attractions.
- Must read and sign skill acknowledgement and terms of agreement.
Required skills
- Current license in Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program including CPR, First Aid, and AED. Will receive this training upon arrival.
- Swim 50 yards in 4 ft. of water and retrieve a 10 lb brick at bottom of pool.
- Must sit or stand for extended periods of time.
- You will be working in a humid, warm environment and be immersed in water for extended periods of time.
- Position requires the ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 lbs and up to 100 lbs.
- Climb multiple flights of stairs.
Work schedule: Varies, can be scheduled between 6am – 11pm
Housing Information
Housing
Housing Type
Housing Description
Housing name : International Residence Hall (Summer 2026)
Contact name : Maniak, Mary
Address : 200 W Hiawatha Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI, 53965
Description :
Our Facility Features include:
- Full Private bath in each unit
- 3 or 4 XL Twin beds in each room
- Free Wi-Fi Internet access on entire property
- Refrigerator and Microwave in each unit
- Common Kitchen areas on each floor
- Community Building with laundry and recreational lounge area
- Outdoor recreation areas
- Bicycle parking
- 24 hour Security and Monitoring
- Near to all Dells Area Employers and Stores
Participants can move into housing two days prior to their program start date and move out two days after their program end date. For example, if a program is June 15 to September 15, longest lease terms can be June 13 to September 17. In the rare case that a participant’s program dates are outside of the job offer dates, move in and move out dates may need to be adjusted, and this must be handled directly with the participant’s local Outreach Coordinator.
IMPORTANT: All participants have to sign their Lease Agreement with International Residence Hall prior to arrival.
Please contact housing directly to confirm pricing; pricing listed above is subject to change without notice and cannot be guaranteed. *
Additional comments :
Security deposit ($200.), first 2 weeks rent ($220), and administration fee ($100) is due upon arrival.
Laundry (Washer/Dryer) – One time fee for entire stay of $50, paid at check in.
Upon Arrival Total Due is $570 (2 weeks rent, security deposit, administration fee & laundry fee).
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| Transportation Depot |
| Foodsuper Market |
| Shopping Mall |
| Post Office |
| Bank |
| Public Library |
| Movie Theater |
| Restaurants |
| Fitness Centergym |
| Sportsrecreation Facility |
| Nightlife |
| Laundromat |
| Internet Access |