Lifeguard Service Lead

Job Description
Job Description OVERVIEW:
The Lead Lifeguard will assist in planning, supervising and implementing activities in the Aquatic Department and may be required to lifeguard and teach. Attendance at all in-service trainings required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise aquatic staff, including instructors and lifeguards as assigned
Hands on lifeguarding and assisting other aquatic instructional programs as assigned
Supervise swim instructors and monitor swim lessons
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the aquatics programs and facilities, including special events as directed by the Athletic Coordinator
Considerately and patiently enforce Red Shield rules to provide a safe environment for all members, visitors and employees
Caution swimmers regarding unsafe areas and actions
Maintain order in swimming areas
Develop and implement a Lifeguard Instructor program and assist in training and instruction of recommended Salvation Army Aquatic staff for Instructor-level Certifications
Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning
Provide first aid, rescue breathing and CPR when needed
Maintain and review records and reports as assigned
Inspect and supervise staff cleaning and maintenance of swimming pool areas, locker rooms, restrooms, trash cans, cleaning equipment, aquatic equipment storage areas, and other areas as assigned, as well as performing cleaning as needed.
See that Liability injuries are reported timely and according to procedure
Maintain a safe working environment
Report all harmful problems with facilities to the Program Manager
Other related duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience working with the public
Experience as a lifeguard and aquatic instructor (2 years required)
Experience as a swim instructor (preferred)
Experience as a lead lifeguard (1 year preferred)
Must have prior to start of employment unless otherwise noted and must maintain current certifications in the following:
American Red Cross Lifeguard certification
American Red Cross Lifeguard Management certification within nine months of hire
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification within nine months of hire
American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification to include AED
American Red Cross Oxygen Administration certification
American Red Cross Blood Borne Pathogens within 90 days of hire
~ Meet all health and safety regulations as defined by the Health Department as well as The Salvation Army.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate effectively Ability to lead Team player

EQUIPMENT USED:

~ Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must maintain minimum fitness level to be able to accomplish the following:
• 500-yard swim in less than 15 minutes
• Tread water for 2 minutes without the use of hands
• Position requires proficient swimming ability and endurance. Must perform the proper application of rescue and first-aid techniques.

Ability to remain alert for long periods of time Must be in good physical health, capable of meeting the demands of all aquatic’s areas ADA Statement: Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result. Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army: Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes. At-Will: Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.