Lead Lifeguard: Create Safe, Engaging Aquatics Experience

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Chicago seeks a Lead Lifeguard to supervise lifeguard rotations and oversee day‑to‑day aquatics operations at the Kroc Center. The role emphasizes safety, guest service, and program support within a busy community facility.

Required qualifications include a High School Diploma, lifeguard certification, ARC First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, WSI, and additional safety certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must have lifeguard or similar experience.
• Current certificates: ARC First Aid or First Aid For Public Safety Personnel; CPR Pro; WSI; LGI; Lifeguard Training.
• Safe from Harm certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observe swimmers and enforce safety rules.
• Provide oversight to day-to-day aquatics programs and facilities.
• Maintain all public and restricted areas in a neat and clean fashion.
• Ensure activities and events start/end on time and equipment is maintained.
• Follow Aquatics policies and procedures and assist with in-service trainings.
• Coordinate with Aquatics Director and supervisors as needed.

Skills

Swimming proficiency

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Lifeguard Certification

American Red Cross First Aid

CPR for Professional Rescuer

Water Safety Instructor

Job description

The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Chicago seeks a Lead Lifeguard to supervise lifeguard rotations and oversee day‑to‑day aquatics operations at the Kroc Center. The role emphasizes safety, guest service, and program support within a busy community facility.

Required qualifications include a High School Diploma, lifeguard certification, ARC First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, WSI, and additional safety certifications.