Lead Lifeguard

The Salvation Army Southern California; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization is seeking a Lead Lifeguard to oversee aquatic activities and ensure safety at their facilities. Responsibilities include supervising staff, teaching swim programs, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates should have necessary certifications and experience in lifeguarding and people management.

Qualifications

• 2 years lifeguard and aquatic instructor experience required.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Must maintain all necessary certifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise aquatic staff and monitor swim lessons.
• Enforce safety rules and provide first aid when necessary.
• Oversee daily operations of aquatics programs.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Team player

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification

American Red Cross Lifeguard Management certification

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification

Tools

Modern Office Equipment

Relevant Software

Job description

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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.

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 Water Safety 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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