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Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 27231
Division/Organization: Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR)
Job Type: Local Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: 328 E. Lakeside Street Madison , WI 53715 (not on bus line)
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $19.00 to $19.00
Job Categories: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Education and Training, Nonprofit/Community-Based Organization

Department Overview:

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses. 

As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!

Anticipated Start Date

9/15/25

Anticipated Hours Per Week

Up to 10 hours

Schedule:

Afternoon and evening hours available

Salary/Wage Range:

Hourly $19.00 to $19.00

Number Of Positions

4

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses. 

As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!

Program Description: 

 MSCR offers a variety of aquatic programs, including swim lessons, fitness classes, and open and lap swim. Lifeguard shifts are available for open swim, lap swim and adult fitness classes at MMSD pools.

Job Description & Duties: 

• Ensure patron safety during MSCR aquatic programs.
• Actively scan and survey the pool area to prevent accidents.
• Respond to emergencies and administer first aid as needed.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Current Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid certifications
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive and outgoing personality
• Safety and risk-management focus

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Previous lifeguarding experience.
• Experience working as a lead staff in an aquatic facility.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Application Instructions:

Opportunities to maintain certification at a discounted rate. Hours can be combined with other jobs within Aquatics programs or other MSCR program areas to reach the desired number of hours. 

Please contact Michelle Borkovec, mborkovec@madison.k12.wi.us with any questions.

Contact:

Org: Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR)
Contact: Laura Whitmore
Web: www.mscr.org
Email: hrmscr@madison.k12.wi.us

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