Recreation Lifeguard- Part-Time

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Job ID 1205598BR Location Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States Business Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort Date posted Jun. 07, 2024

Job Summary:

Your job? To make the fun and keep it coming! As a part-time Recreation Lifeguard at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort, you are the person our guests turn to when they want to try water sports, have a campfire, do arts and crafts, create a “memory” pillow, play rainy-day games or just chill by the pool with a cool drink in hand. Of course, safety, lifesaving and first-responder duties are paramount, but you will also read stories to little ones, get refreshments for the big ones, help with towel and equipment rentals, and so much more. The key to success in this job is having an authentically friendly demeanor, an unshakably positive attitude and the sincere desire to help and protect others.

Responsibilities:

Recreation cast members work both indoors and outdoors. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Ensure the well-being and safety of our guests
Keep pool areas clean
Answer guest questions
Provide information and assist in recreation equipment/towel rentals
Host supervised children’s activities
Read stories and provide refreshments

Basic Qualifications:

Here are the basic things you will need to be successful in this job:

You must be at least 18 years of age
Hold a valid US driver’s license
Have (or be willing to obtain) US Lifeguard and First Responder certifications
Pass a vision screening (corrected or uncorrected) with at least 20/25 vision
Ability to observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility
Pass a swim test: swim 200 yards without resting, tread water without using your hands for two minutes, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from a depth of 8 feet.
Heavy lifting and working with chemicals
Be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors
This role is full-time and requires full availability for any shift, including nights, any day of the week. Must be fully available for any shift on state/national holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

It would be great if you:

Spoke a language other than English
Had previous Lifeguarding experience

Additional Information:

Our Part-Time cast members enjoy a broad and very valuable range of benefits for being part of the Disney family! If you join the team, you can expect to receive:

Disney Aspire – an education program that covers 100% of tuition at network schools
Discounted meals during work shifts
Discounts at Hilton Head Island eateries such as New York City Pizza, Giuseppe’s, and Scott’s Fish Market
Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after two weeks of employment
Discounts on merchandise at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort and at Walt Disney World Resort

About Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort:

Disney Vacation Club is a leader in vacation ownership and provides families the flexibility to personalize their vacation experiences as their vacation interests change over time. Disney Vacation Club cast members help bring touches of Disney magic to members and guests who stay at any one of 14 Disney Vacation Club destinations, including Walt Disney World Resort; Disneyland Resort; Hilton Head Island, South Carolina and Vero Beach, Florida.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Vacation Club Management, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort.

Disney Vacation Club Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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