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
