When the construction of the Crenshaw Springs Water Park, 9801 Dollarway Road in White Hall, was first considered, creating youth employment was cited as one of the main reasons for its construction.
It’s still one of the city’s largest summer job opportunities for students and is accepting applications for the upcoming 2025 season that starts Memorial Day weekend, said Jeff May, White Hall deputy mayor who oversees the operation.
The city plans to begin the hiring process of about 50 high school and college students in March, but applicants can apply now.
It’s a great first summer job, with plenty of sunshine, socializing, and free snacks and drinks while learning employment skills like showing up on time and how to fry a corn dog or mop a floor. That’s how Jammie Buffkin, White Hall Parks and Recreation manager, described the experience for many of the kids who work there.
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Buffkin said anyone interested in applying for a job should do so as soon as possible, and the current positions they need to fill include manning the front gate or operating the concession or lemonade stands. Kids as young as 14 can apply if they have a work permit from the state.
The city will need about 34 lifeguards who must complete a class and be certified. The lifeguards must also be at least 15 years old.
Starting lifeguard positions pay $12 per hour while starting non-lifeguard positions pay $11 per hour.
Employees work in shifts of three days on and three days off.
May said, “It will be March before you know. Soon after, it’s water park season in White Hall. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone this summer.”
If you are interested in getting a head start on applying for the 2025 summer season job, call Crenshaw Springs Water Park at (870) 247-6964 and ask for an application.