Job
Locations
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Wisconsin Dells, WI
13/hr
15/03/2026
07/04/2026
25/06/2026
07/07/2026
Lifeguard
$112/Week
$13/hr
1.5 X Normal rate. Overtime is offered but not guaranteed.
Job Information
Position
Rate
Job Description
Lifeguard – Shallow
Shallow water lifeguards will be responsible for maintaining and monitoring the safety of
guests in and around the shallower water (any water area, 5 ft or under) areas of the
waterpark. In addition, student will be required to:
- Attend University of Kalahari Lifeguard Training to learn Customer Care skills
- 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
- Work with fellow team members to provide guests with a fun and safe experience.
- Monitoring the well-being of guests and responding to emergency situations both in and out of a waterpark area.
- Enforcing established rules, complying with regulations, and maintaining professional
practices. - Maintaining a constant alertness to what our hundreds of Guests are doing, preventing accidents and drowning in waterpark areas.
- Throughout their shift, Lifeguards 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 outside in the
elements – heat, humidity, rain, and wind. Long periods of standing are required.
– Shallow Water Lifeguards: $13/hour –
Lifeguard – Deep
Deep water lifeguards will be responsible for maintaining and monitoring the safety of
guests in and around the deep water (any water area, 5 ft or deeper) areas of the
waterpark. In addition, student will be required to:
- Attend University of Kalahari Lifeguard Training to learn Customer Care skills
- 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
- Work with fellow team members to provide guests with a fun and safe experience.
- Monitoring the well-being of guests and responding to emergency situations both in and out of a waterpark area.
- Enforcing established rules, complying with regulations, and maintaining professional
practices. - Maintaining a constant alertness to what our hundreds of Guests are doing, preventing accidents and drowning in waterpark areas.
- Throughout their shift, Lifeguards 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 outside in the
elements – heat, humidity, rain, and wind. Long periods of standing are required.
– Deep Water Lifeguards: $14/hour –
**Position will be determined during training based on performance and company need**
Required skills :
Must be able to swim and pass lifeguard certification class (see attached class
information). Will be required to stand in and out of water for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
Exposure to pool chemicals and sun is possible up to entire length of shift. Sunscreen is
highly recommended when working outdoors.
Work schedule :
Varies, may include weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays. 4-7 days per week, 6 – 8
hour
shifts that fall between 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Job Benefits
Allowances, bonuses, and/or incentives :
Employee rate on park admission. Good performance is rewarded with tokens that are redeemable for various prizes.
English Level
Gender
Housing Information
Housing
Housing Type
Housing Description
Housing name : Bunker Run
Contact name : Courtney Hunkel
Address : 1231 Bunker Rd, Baraboo, WI, 53913
Housing – additional comments : Participant must provide arrival date and time to housing manager in advance to secure housing. Failure to provide this information could result in the loss of placement.
Each participant will receive the “Dorm in a Box” package upon check in that has all the necessities needed for the first week in the housing: toilet paper, Kleenex, plastic utensils, coffee mug, lock, hygiene products, trash bags, laundry token, detergent etc. The package cost is $22 and it is payroll deducted.
Please note that weekly housing costs will start to be deducted on the first full paycheck instead of the very first check which normally only includes a partial pay period.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE: Housing cost begin first first day of check-in. Typically payroll deductions will begin on first full paycheck, but the first deductions will be significantlyhigher to cover the cost of housing from first check-in ( On First full pay period). **
Due upon arrival is the maximum amount of $520 ($250 deposit, $50 administration fee, plus 2 weeks of pro-rated rent). This is due as a cash payment upon arrival.
Transportation details : Participant may walk or bike to Host company.
There may be several transportation options available:
– Walking
– Purchase Bike
– Taxi
(Kalahari does not provide transportation from housing to work site)
Housing Rate
Housing Deposit Required
Housing distance from worksite
Transportation Information
Transportation to work
Transportation time to work
Transportation cost to work
Community Information
Community Description
Community near work
| Facility |
|---|
| Transportation Depot |
| Foodsuper Market |
| Shopping Mall |
| Post Office |
| Bank |
| Public Library |
| Movie Theater |
| Restaurants |
| Fitness Centergym |
| Sportsrecreation Facility |
| Nightlife |
| Laundromat |
| Internet Access |