Head Lifeguard

Adams 12 Five Star Schools; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a part-time Aquatics Supervisor, where you will oversee the Veteran’s Memorial Aquatics Center's daily operations. In this vital role, you will ensure the safety of participants, maintain compliance with health regulations, and facilitate events. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills while working in a dynamic environment. With a comprehensive benefits package available from day one, this role is perfect for those passionate about aquatics and community engagement. If you are ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

403(b) Plan

457(b) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have experience in aquatics.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise aquatics staff and ensure participant safety.
• Maintain pool compliance with health regulations and perform daily checks.
• Set up and take down events, assisting with facility operations.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Aquatics Program Management

Safety Enforcement

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Responsible for on-site supervision of the Veteran’s Memorial Aquatics Center (VMAC) program setup and daily operations. This non-benefited position is scheduled as needed based on facility programming for less than 20 hours a week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Tasks Descriptions:

1. Maintain proper deck supervision for aquatics staff, set rotations, ensure participant safety, answer inquiries regarding activities, and join guard rotation. Enforce VMAC rules and regulations through lifeguards.
2. Ensure the pool complies with State Health code regulations by regularly checking and adjusting chemicals. Perform daily facility checks, complete reports, and support cleaning of the pool, pump room, storage areas, locker rooms, bathrooms, concessions, hallways, rooms, lifeguard office, and snow clearance as needed.
3. Set up and take down events and practices, including moving bulkheads, lane lines, timing systems, computers, tables, chairs, and platforms.
4. Attend staff trainings and meetings; may conduct staff training audits and drills.
5. Coordinate with outside organizations, concessions workers, and coaches to set up events. Assist with opening and closing the facility and handling start-up cash and close-outs for events and concessions.
6. Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Currently enrolled in high school; high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in an aquatics program, including Lifeguarding and/or Assistant Pool Manager preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid Certification required.
• American Red Cross CPR-PR / AED required.

SALARY INFORMATION:

All classified positions are paid hourly. Newly hired employees are initially placed at Step 1 of the pay grade. Advancement of up to 7 steps (maximum Step 8) is based on experience. Final placement depends on position grade level and previous experience. Refer to the hourly rates and additional compensation details on our website.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

Adams 12 Five Star Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with other programs. Benefits such as employee assistance, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans are available immediately upon hire to all employees regardless of hours worked.