Deck Coordinator - Cascade Bay Waterpark

Salary: $20.92 HourlyLocation : Cascade BayJob Type: Seasonal/TemporaryJob Number: 02032026.2Department: Parks and RecreationDivision: Cascade BayOpening Date: 02/03/2026Closing Date: 4/1/2026 11:59 PM CentralFLSA: Non-Exempt Job DescriptionDeck CoordinatorSummer 2026 Leadership PositionPay: $20.923 per hourSeasonal/Temporary, Non-Exempt, Not Benefit Eligible The City of Eagan is now hiring Deck Coordinators for Cascade Bay Waterpark!Spend your summer at the region's largest outdoor municipal waterpark assisting with staff training and management, facility and patron safety, and guest relations. If you are looking to gain experience in any of the following professions, this might be great work experience for you:AquaticsRecreation or Sports ManagementFacilities ManagementEducationPublic Service or GovernmentBusiness Leadership and TrainingDeck Coordinators start in mid-May and end late-August or early September (some flexibility with start and end dates). Scheduled shifts include early mornings, days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays (approximately 35-40 hours/week). Cascade Bay is an outdoor facility, requiring work in all types of weather conditions.Essential Position FunctionsIn this job you will:Provide high quality customer service and create a positive experience for guests and team membersSupervise Lifeguards, Head Guards and Pool Attendants:Foster a culture of safety, fun, learning, growth-mindset, and teamworkAssist with pre-season staff trainings and weekly in-service trainingsAssist with staff scheduling, sub requests, and daily opening or closing dutiesMentor and coach staff who need additional training or behavior redirectionComplete mid/post season evaluations of Lifeguards and Pool Attendants Follow Cascade Bay policies and procedures Make decisions to reduce staff due to low attendance, weather, etc.Assist in handling emergency situations including working with emergency personnel, incident/rescue reports, and follow up with patrons and staffAccurately report staff attendance, rescues and first aid administration, and inventory of suppliesParticipate in pre-season leadership trainings and planning, and meetings with other supervisory staffPrioritize guest and staff safety through proper rule enforcement, including maintaining OSHA and American Red Cross safety standards Perform light maintenance and cleaning including, but not limited to event set-ups, trash removal, and cleaning floors and locker roomsComplete daily pool safety checks as needed, including equipment and water qualityAssist with end-of-season duties and complete post-season reportsTeach or assist with American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid/CPR classesPerform other duties as assigned Minimum QualificationsWhat is needed to apply for this job?18 years of age or olderHigh school diploma or equivalentOne year/season of lifeguarding experience PLUS one year/season of work experience in an aquatic leadership position (such as Head Guard)Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification (LGI) or ability to acquire before season startsCurrent certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid Things that may help you be successful in this roleAdditional Desirable Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:Completion of at least one year of college coursework or equivalent experienceExperience working with the public while supervising facilities, activities, and programs effectivelyPrevious work experience supervising employees and/or volunteersTeaching or coaching experienceAbility to lift and move 50 poundsWorking Conditions: The work environment is both indoors and outdoors and can involve contact with variable weather. The employee will be required to work in all weather conditions experienced in Eagan during the months of May - September. Weather conditions encountered may include air temperatures from -30°F to 100°F, and heat indexes to 110°F, rain, snow, sleet, wind, etc. Work Hours:Positions start mid-May and end late-August or early September (some flexibility with start and end dates). Scheduled shifts include early mornings, days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. 35-40 hours per week.Located in the Twin Cities metro area, Eagan is home to about 68,000 people. The City operates under a Council-Administrator form of government, employing 250 regular full-time employees, and up to 400 seasonal and part-time employees. Regarded as a great place to live, work and play, the City of Eagan prides itself on exceptional customer service and employs a stable workforce with experienced and professional staff. Areas of employment include finance, engineering, law enforcement, fire safety, parks and recreation, forestry, public works and utilities, community development, sports and fitness, arts and preschool education, etc. Visit our website to learn more at !The City of Eagan is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThis position is not eligible for benefits.As a public employee with the City of Eagan, you may become eligible to participate in the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information on MN PERA pension or to determine eligibility, visit If you are a retiree currently receiving PERA pension payments, please contact Human Resources at 01 Are you 18 years of age or older? Yes No 02 Do you have a high school diploma or G.E.D.? Yes No 03 Are you able to perform the essential functions of the position under the working conditions described? Yes No 04 Scheduled shifts are a rotating schedule of early mornings, days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Are you able to work this type of schedule? This position runs mid-May through early-September. Yes No 05 How many hours per week are you looking to work? 15-20 hours per week 20-25 hours per week 25-30 hours per week 30+ hours per week 06 Please list the date you are available to begin employment (pre-season training begins May 15, 2026) 07 Please list the date you must end employment (the season ends August 30, 2026). *some positions may require pre and post season hours. 08 Do you anticipate being going for any extended trips or vacations from May 15 - August 30, 2026? List dates if applicable (NA for none). *this does not exclude you from the hiring process, but helps us to determine scheduling for the season. 09 Are you able to lift 50 pounds or more? Yes No 10 How many years of college coursework or equivalent relatable work experience will you have completed by May, 2026? None 1 year/season 2 years/seasons 3 years/seasons 4 years/seasons or completed Bachelor's Degree 11 Please list all degrees received as well as the name, location, and course of study of all colleges, universities, and technical/vocational schools attended (NA if none). 12 How many years/seasons of lifeguarding experience do you have? None 1 year/season 2 years/seasons 3 years/seasons 4 years/seasons 5+ years/seasons 13 How many years/seasons of work experience in an aquatic leadership position (such as Head Guard) do you have? None 1 year/season 2 years/seasons 3 years/seasons 4 years/seasons 5+ years/seasons 14 Do you have a current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification? Yes No 15 Do you have a current Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification? Yes No, but I have the ability to obtain the LGI prior to the season starting No 16 Do you have current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications? Yes No 17 Do you have a current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification? Yes No 18 How much experience do you have providing work direction/supervising employees or volunteers? None 1 year 2 years 3 years 4+ years 19 Do you have experience working with the public, supervising facilities, and/or supervising activities & programs? Yes No 20 Briefly describe your experience working with the public, supervising facilities, and/or supervising activities & programs. 21 Do you have experience training employees and/or completing employee evaluations? Yes No 22 Briefly describe your experience with employee training and evaluations. Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02