Head Lifeguard - (Indoor/Year Round) (PT)

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Job description

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to assist with the operation, safety, and maintenance of the indoor (year round) aquatic facilities.

Essential Job Functions

* Responsible for successfully supervising the pool facility and operation of the staff.
* Supervise and ensure the safety of pool patrons through effective scanning, assist with "Learn to Swim" lessons when necessary, maintain cleanliness of the pool facility and complete light janitorial work.
* Maintain all health and safety standards.
* Complete and analyze pool water chemistry and reports.
* Work with patrons to achieve a positive pool experience.
* Assist Aquatics Supervisor with supervising assigned staff.
* Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education and Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Minimum of two (2) years lifeguard experience, with at least one (1) year head guard experience preferred.

Possess knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Position requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.Customer service skills and the ability to interact with patrons on a daily basis.Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management, peers, and patrons.

This position normally performs duties after receiving detailed instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with little room for deviation. The immediate supervisor may, at times, provide close and constant review.

Use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

Ability to remain attentive and alert during long periods of time.

Basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, writing, and math, including, but not limited to, the ability to compose complete sentences, understand common complex words and phrases, and perform basic math functions such as fractions, percentages, measurements, and ratios/proportions.

Special Requirements:

Required to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Must be able to attend mandatory in service meetings and trainings.

Must be able to work on-call schedule as necessary.

Required to perform and pass swimming and lifeguarding abilities test.

This position is classified as a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.

Licenses and Certificates:

Must have valid driver's license with good driving record and ability to maintain while employed.

Requires valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification for duration of employment.

Certified Pool Operator or Aquatic Facility Operator desired, or willing to obtain within three (3) months of hire.

The American Red Cross Instructor certification is desired or willing to obtain within three (3) months of hire.

Work Environment:

Position involves considerable outdoor exposure to extreme temperature changes and weather conditions, fumes and chemicals, noise and vibration. Involves occasional physical and mechanical hazards, handling of oily, greasy parts and equipment. Physical demands include but are not limited to frequent lifting of heavy objects up to 50 lbs., continuous physical exertion resulting fatigue of arms, back, legs, or sensory facilities, sufficient physical stamina to walk a majority of the workday, extensive bending, stooping, and climbing.