LEAD AQUATICS OPERATOR / HEAD LIFEGUARD III

Job Description

Job Description

LEAD AQUATICS OPERATOR / HEAD LIFEGUARD III

Pratt Aquatic Center, Tooele, Utah

Ready to take the lead-on deck and in the water?  Tooele City is looking for a motivated, service-driven individual to join our leadership team as a full-time regular  Lead Aquatics Operator / Head Lifeguard III .

This isn't just a lifeguard role - it's an opportunity to mentor, train, and inspire the next generation of aquatics staff while helping create a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for our community.  

The Pratt Aquatic Center is an indoor facility open year round and we are closed on Sundays.  This full-time regular opportunity includes a full benefit package and provides you with the opportunity to turn your passion into a career. 

• Assists the Aquatics Superintendent providing leadership to on-duty staff, ensuring patron safety, enforcing facility rules, and responding to emergencies or unusual situations.   
• Trains, mentors, and develop a strong, confident lifeguard and swim instructor team.
• Delivers exceptional customer service to patrons of all ages.
• Coordinate staff schedules. 
• Develops, coordinates, and oversees a variety of aquatics programs such as swim lessons, lifeguard training, swim team, and other special events, as assigned.

• A leader passionate about developing competent lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Strong commitment to safety, service, and teamwork.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.
• Flexible schedule (evenings, weekends, and holidays required).

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED (advanced education in exercise science, parks and recreation or similar field work is a plus).
• Current Lifeguard, WSI Water Safety Instructor, CPR for the professional rescuer, and First Aid certifications (or ability to obtain).
• Prior aquatics experience with increasing responsibility preferred.
• Valid driver's license, 12 months driver experience, and  and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain Lifeguard Instructor Certification within 12 months and Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT) within 12–18 months.
• Ability to pass a background check and work in a position of trust around youth and vulnerable adults.
• Must have flexibility in scheduling including working evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Grow your career in aquatics, recreation, and leadership

If you're ready help fulfil the City's mission to enhance residents' quality of life and enjoy a career where you can lead, serve, and grow , we'd love to hear from you!.

DISCLAIMER - Tooele City is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Positions deemed safety-sensitive and/or that require a CDL are subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug/alcohol testing during employment. Background checks , including criminal history checks, are required for applicants age 18 and older. Criminal history records are not an automatic disqualification from employment with Tooele City. Our general background policies & procedures can be found on our website at : click on City Departments, Human Resources, Personnel Policies and Procedures, Hiring and Job Assignments. To be employed in a position that requires driving , you must possess and maintain a valid Utah State Driver License (or obtain prior to hire), 12 months experience driving (not including time for learner's permit), and have a driving record acceptable for Tooele City's insurance and risk management standards. Tooele City is an equal opportunity employer . Applicants needing an accommodation in the application or selection process may contact the HR office. Tooele City participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees after an offer of employment has been accepted. For more information on E-Verify, please visit DHS.GOV/E-VERIFY.