Beach Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Beach Manager
Department of Parks & Rec
Temporary
Non-Exempt
Non-Benefits Eligible, Non-VRS Eligible

Job Summary/ Objective:
Assists the Recreation Supervisor in supervising the Lifeguard staff, cashiers and the operation of the swimming area, related facilities, maintenance of the beach, bathhouse, comfort stations, and picnic shelters.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises the work of the lifeguard staff.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises swimming activities at the facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
• Always represents a professional appearance and positive attitude and maintains a high standard of customer service.
• Supervises and maintains the safe use of swimming, boating and beach areas.
• Aids, performs, and directs necessary water rescue maneuvers and first aid.
• Directs and performs beach, bathhouse, comfort station and picnic shelter maintenance.
• Supervises and records collection of fees.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate beach activity reports, facility, accident, incident, rescue, and timekeeping.
• Performs Lifeguard evaluation and maintains other records as required.
• Directs and records in-service drills.
• Performs and/or assists in park maintenance.
• Assists at other lakes/beaches as needed.

Competency: Knowledge/ Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work the entire season.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to deal effectively with employees, the general public.
• Be able to handle stressful situations.
• Must be in good physical condition.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must possess a valid Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguard Certificate, Red Cross First Aid, and CPR.
• Must have two years of experience at the Head Lifeguard level or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications/Certifications:

• Current instructor certification in Lifeguard Training and/or Water Safety

Length of Employment:

• May 22- Summer

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• This position requires exposure to the sun for extended periods.
• Frequent walking/standing.
• Strenuous physical tasks to perform rescues, such as running over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, or stooping, swimming, and diving underwater for extended periods, lifting, or carrying people weighing 100 pounds.
• Being exposed to potentially life-threatening situations on a recurring basis.
• Daily contact with general public to provide information and enforces safety rules and perform rescues when necessary.

Remote Work :
This position is not eligible for remote work. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Deadline to Apply: Position open until filled.

Salary :
$22.25 for new Beach Managers.
$22.75 for returning Beach Managers.
This is a part time, temporary, FLSA non-exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.

Sign-On Incentive :
You will receive a $250.00 sign-on incentive if you are onboarded and work at least one (1) day by June 5th. This will be paid on the following paycheck after June 5th.
You will receive another $250.00 if you work an average of 30 hours a week for 5 out 9 open swim season weeks. This will be paid on the following paycheck after Labor Day.

Length of Employment: May 3 - Labor Day
Albemarle County Core Values:

Albemarle County holds its employees to the highest standards in fulfilling the County’s Vision and Mission. We believe in excellence in public service through:

Community: We expect diversity, equity and inclusion to be integrated into how we live our mission.

Integrity: We value our customers and co-workers by always providing honest and fair treatment.

Innovation: We embrace creativity and positive change.

Stewardship: We honor our role as stewards of the public trust by managing our natural, human, and financial resources respectfully and responsibly.

Learning: We encourage and support lifelong learning and personal and professional growth.

Virginia Values Veterans: Albemarle County is a V3 certified organization.

EOE/EEO
Albemarle County is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.