Lifeguard shift Supervisor

Jellis; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard Aquatic Supervisor to ensure the safety of patrons in aquatic settings. This role involves supervising lifeguards, conducting training, and maintaining high standards of safety and customer service. You will be responsible for responding to emergencies, enforcing rules, and leading a team to create a safe and enjoyable environment for guests. If you have a passion for aquatic safety and leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Uniform Provided

Training Certification

Team Building Activities

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with lifeguarding experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and make sound decisions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lifeguards and conduct training sessions.
• Ensure safety and compliance with park policies.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Emergency Action Plan (EAP)

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Communication

Physical Fitness

Education

High School Diploma

Lifeguard Certification

Tools

Lifeguard Equipment

First Aid Kit

Job description

Greek Peak Holdings LLC - Hope Lake Lodge

Contact: Laura Austin

Cortland, NY

Posted: 08/24/2024

SUMMARY

A Lifeguard Aquatic Supervisor has a legal duty to protect the safety of people in an assigned area. The Lifeguard Supervisor has a professional obligation to prevent potential accidents by enforcing the rules and regulations of an aquatic setting and to react to any emergencies that occur.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Must be able to fulfill all functions and duties of a lifeguard.
• Conduct weekly in-service training sessions as well as any others deemed necessary by the Aquatics Department.
• Supervise employees by:
  • Conducting pre and post shift briefings with lifeguards;
  • Assigning rotations to lifeguards;
  • Responding to alerts from lifeguards;
  • Conducting VAT and Visual on stand audits;
  • Ensuring lifeguards follow park policies and procedures.
• Initiate and follow disciplinary actions up to but NOT including suspension and/or termination, including relaying information between management and lifeguards.
• Provide information to guests regarding facility layout and amenities.
• Conduct waterpark walkthroughs to assure guest satisfaction and reinforce all LG (lifeguard) standards every 15 minutes or if park attendance exceeds 150. On holiday dates and weekends, a Supervisor or Lead Guard will remain in WP from open to close and provide LG on stand with restroom breaks as needed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain an environment that is both safe and pleasant for pool patrons.
• Assist in maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Complete daily and hourly reports and counts, including but not limited to opening/closing, AED and O2 checks, hourly guest count, and daily cleaning.
• Wear approved uniform and any necessary job-related safety equipment during assigned shift or anytime while on duty.
• Subject to both pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screening during tenure of employment.
• Perform other tasks and/or related duties as assigned or required by management and supervisors when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Ability to properly and safely operate equipment used.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of the standards of care in the aquatic industry.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, guests, and staff members.
• Must have emotional stability and the ability to make sound decisions that conform to facility policies when dealing with adverse situations.
• Knowledge that decisions may affect the total facility staff and the lives of others.
• Must be firm, fair, consistent, and courteous to gain the respect and cooperation of the public.
• Must have a positive attitude to fully cooperate with other guards in a team effort and adhere to rules and regulations to ensure successful operation of a facility.
• Must have the physical and mental conditions necessary to properly and timely activate and complete the EAP system in the case of an emergency.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Preference is given to guards that have previous lifeguarding experience and licenses.
• An Ellis lifeguarding license is necessary prior to performing the job function along with VanGuard certification; Ellis training is provided by the facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, reach, stretch, and climb without any difficulty.
• Ability to effectively work at different heights.
• Able to swim 200 yards continuously using breaststroke and/or front crawl.
• Able to retrieve a ten-pound diving brick from the deepest part of the pool and bring it to the wall.
• Able to tread water without using hands or arms for a period of two minutes.
• Works in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods of time.
• Able to exit lifeguard stand in an emergency.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Able to work in a team environment as a team member and leader.
• Must work in environmental conditions that include, but are not limited to:
  • Wet and humid environments.
  • Indoor environmental conditions with up to 90% humidity and temperatures ranging from 70F to 105F.
• Exposure to chemicals, fumes, dirt, caustic chemicals, acids, odors, waste, and dust.