Lifeguard & Instructor Coordinator - On Call

Aquatic Exercise Association; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in community services seeks a dedicated Lifeguard & Instructor Coordinator to oversee a vibrant aquatic program. This part-time role involves managing lifeguard teams, ensuring safety, and addressing student needs at a busy community pool. With a focus on training and scheduling, you'll play a crucial part in maintaining high standards and providing excellent service to the community. If you're passionate about aquatic safety and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Current lifeguard certification required.
• Experience in a busy pool setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee aquatic programs and ensure safety standards.
• Manage lifeguard and instructor teams effectively.
• Address student needs and concerns promptly.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

Team Management

Training and Development

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Company: Schoolcraft College Personal & Professional Learning

Job Qualifications: No Qualifications

Job Summary

This role includes oversight at a busy community pool of a wide range of aquatic programs and services, including classes for community members, credit students, rental opportunities, lap swim, and private swim lessons. This position requires a strong focus on managing lifeguard and instructor teams, ensuring safety standards are maintained, and addressing student needs.

This is a part-time position with teaching and coordination hours totaling up to 29 hours per week. The pool operates for over 70 hours per week, and this role is one of three that oversees pool supervision. Supervision hours will be shared among the staff, and evenings and weekends will be required. Classes are offered in the Fall, Winter, and Spring/Summer, with pool shutdown periods in between. During these shutdowns, staff may be asked to work hours for planning and scheduling, though a full 29 hours will not be required during these periods. Hours will be preset each semester.

Job Duties

The job duties for the on-call Lifeguard & Instructor Coordinator include:

• Hire and orient Lifeguards and ensure that their certificates are up to date.
• Monitor the professionalism of lifeguards and instructors.
• Lead the planning and execution of in-service training and lifeguard recertification sessions.
• Assist with training new lifeguards and instructors.
• Schedule lifeguard shifts and obtain substitutes as needed.
• Assist with SC Aware reports investigations.
• Address student concerns and direct them to PPL when necessary.
• Assist in the first two weeks of class to address student needs.
• Work with instructors to keep records of pass/stay students.
• Act as a substitute lifeguard or instructor when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must have current lifeguard certification (Red Cross preferred).
• Must obtain an LGICertification within the first year of employment.
• Must have experience working in a busy pool setting.