Lead Lifeguard

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual's journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve - so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities.

About the role

HealthFitness is seeking a full-time, 40 hours per week, Lead Lifeguard to assist with oversight at our facility in Hartford, CT. This dynamic aquatics leadership role is ideal for someone passionate about safety, service, and creating great experiences for the community. You'll lead daily lifeguard operations, respond confidently to incidents, support staff scheduling and step in as manager on duty when needed. In addition, you'll help bring programs to life, assisting with swim instruction, special events, birthday parties, and family fun nights that make the Aquatic Center a place people love to visit.

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday, 12pm-8pm, Weekends: 12-4pm, with one weekend off a month

Responsible for monitoring and ensuring a safe and friendly environment for all the aquatic facility members and guests. Will also act as manager on duty when leadership is not available.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure the safety and well-being of patrons by performing Lifeguard surveillance, enforcing policies and following all regulations and procedures.
• Responsible for quickly handling all injuries/incidents that occur in the Aquatic Center during your shift and filling out incident/accident report, administer first aid as needed.
• Enforce and explain rules as necessary.
• Attend all required staff meetings and training.
• Report any broken or dysfunctional equipment immediately via incident report.
• Be familiar with all schedules and any posted changes for all facilities.
• Acts as manager on duty in absence of other leadership.
• Schedules swim instructors and fills in when lifeguards and swim instructors are unable to make their shifts.
• Assist Aquatics Supervisor with the implementation of various programs and initiatives.
• Other duties as needed/assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma/GED.
• American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• A high level of emotional maturity
• Sound judgment and decision-making ability
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in all skills pertinent to that area
• Positive attitude
• Ability to navigate electronic onboarding and timecard systems required.

Preferred:

• 4 plus years of experience as a lifeguard preferred including 2 years of previous supervisory experience.
• Lifeguard Instructor certification preferred
• ARC Water Safety Instructor certification preferred

Compensation: $25.00-$26.00 per hour. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications. The final wage offer will be determined based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, skill set, and other relevant factors. We understand that compensation is an important factor when considering a new opportunity, and we strive to provide a competitive wage within the market.

Brand: HealthFitness

Come join HealthFitness! Join a team that will not only utilize your current skills but will enhance them as well. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision plans including HSA, PPO and FSA options, retirement/401(k) with employer matching program, fitness and wellness programs incentivized with medical plan discounts, certification reimbursement program, tuition reimbursement, paid new parent leave, paid Holidays and PTO (starting at 3 weeks for full-time associates), volunteer paid time off and much more.


HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.