Lifeguard

Lifeguard

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited!

Job Summary:

The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of all members, guests, and staff in and around the pool area during operating hours, special events, and private functions. This role involves actively monitoring the pool, enforcing safety rules, and responding promptly to emergencies. The Lifeguard plays a crucial part in maintaining a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for everyone, ensuring all safety protocols are followed.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to Director Aquatics or Fitness Director
• May report to the Manager Aquatics in the absence of the Director Aquatics

Day to Day:

• Connect with members regularly and promote aquatic club activities.
• Help maintain pool safety by enforcing all pool rules and club policies.
• Observe and enforce swimming pool hours of operation.
• Register members and guests entering the pool area to monitor pool usage.
• Strategically position lifeguards to cover all areas of the pool, ensuring that blind spots are monitored at all times. Maintain at least one lifeguard in the chair during weekends, holidays, or as directed by the General Manager.
• Ensure continuous pool supervision by taking breaks only when another lifeguard is on duty to assume responsibilities, including during meal breaks and restroom visits.
• Maintain cleanliness of pool deck, lounge chairs, and tables to ensure the safety of those in the area.
• Straighten pool furniture and clean all pool areas at the beginning of each shift, throughout the day, and at the end of each shift so that the safety of the members will be protected, and the pool area will maintain its polished image.
• Unlock pool office and open restrooms at the beginning of each shift, ensuring cleanliness and neatness. Lock pool office at the end of each shift, turning off lights. Lock pool gate at the close of each shift.
• Replace lane lines and lane line spool in storage closet when not in use.
• Complete daily assignments in designated areas to uphold club standards and maintain orderly and organized workspaces, tidying the entry areas, and ensuring the aquatics facilities are well-stocked and arranged.
• Turn in the charge slips, checks, etc. daily so that there is no delay in processing.

Additional Duties:

• Due to the dynamic nature of the club, employees are expected to assist others as needed and take on additional tasks as assigned by management.
• Follow all company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
• Follow safe working practices, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and encouraging others to do the same.
• Take the initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain any required certifications relevant to your role.
• Address and resolve challenges using available resources, working with regional and corporate teams to support club operations.
• Attend daily briefings and actively engage in required activities to stay informed and contribute to the team's success.

About You:

Required

• Must be ASCA or USA swimming certified.
• Certification in CPR, first aid, and AED within the last 6 months.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, members, and guests.

Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 6 months of experience coaching swimmers of various ages and skill levels

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent swimming, sitting, standing, walking, and driving.
• Occasional exposure to temperature changes, dust, fumes, or gases.
• Squatting, kneeling, reaching, grasping, twisting, and bending.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs. on occasion.
• Talking, hearing, and seeing.

Primary Tools/Equipment:

• Swim cap, goggles, fins, noodles, whistles, etc.
• First aid kits and safety signage.
• Lifeguard equipment such as rescue tubes and buoyancy aids.
• Timers and stopwatches.
• Radios or smartphones.

Work Schedule:

• Adherence to attendance requirements as outlined in the weekly schedule.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet position deadlines.
• Availability to work on weekends and/or holidays as required.

What We Offer:

We believe in taking care of our team, and our Total Rewards package reflects that commitment. Your actual base pay will be determined by your skills, experience, education, location, and—if you're in a non-exempt role—hours worked. While not all roles at Invited are full-time, those full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off and leave programs (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part time team members)

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