Lifeguard Supervisor

Town-of-Oro-Valley,-A; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Oro Valley seeks a qualified supervisor to oversee the Lifeguard division within the Parks & Recreation Department. You will manage daily pool operations, ensure health and safety, and coordinate maintenance activities for facilities and equipment.

You will lead staff, schedule shifts, monitor performance, and respond to emergencies using CPR and First Aid techniques. Knowledge of pool safety regulations and customer service is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Lifeguard certification and oxygen administration certification are required.
• Lifeguarding instructor or advanced aquatic certification preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and manage staff and patrons.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations and maintenance of the Lifeguard division.
• Ensure health and safety of employees and patrons.
• Respond to emergencies with CPR/First Aid training.
• Schedule work, train staff, and evaluate performance.
• Assist with ordering chemicals and supplies and maintain records.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Emergency response

Customer service

Fair policy enforcement

Education

High School diploma or GED

Lifeguard certification

Oxygen Administration certification

Lifeguarding Instructor or advanced aquatic certification preferred

Job description

First Review of Applications on August 3, 2026

• Under direction, supervises, monitors, and coordinates personnel, daily operation and maintenance activities of the Town's Parks & Recreation Department, Lifeguard division.


• Ensures the health and safety of employees and patrons.


• Duties may include seasonal maintenance work such as heavy cleaning, operating hand power tools, painting, light landscaping and operating small machinery.


• Maintains records and reports on daily attendance, maintenance, cash receipts, and prepares and verifies cash register amounts.


• Performs routine water tests and makes necessary adjustments to pool chemicals.


• Prepares pool and facility for the opening and/or closing of the day.


• Maintains cleanliness of pool and facility.


• Supervises the day-to-day activities including communicating, scheduling work, training, evaluating, and motivating staff.


• Assists with ordering chemicals and supplies.


• Assures chemicals are stored properly and in the appropriate feeders.


• Identifies and removes safety hazards.


• Maintains vigilance awareness training standards.


• Operates and performs preventative maintenance on pool equipment with primary focus on the pump room.


• Responds to emergency situations by performing First Aid, CPR and/or Lifeguard Training Rescues/Techniques.


• Assists with personnel actions such as selection, promotion, discipline, and evaluations.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written communication.


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.


• Ability to fairly and uniformly enforce pool regulations.


• Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines and follow up on work assignments with minimal supervision.


• Ability to respond to emergency situations including safely rescuing drowning victims and administering CPR and First Aid.


• Knowledge of customer service techniques and methods.


• Knowledge of management and/or supervision principles and possession of strong leadership skills.


• Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and procedures related to pool facilities.


• Knowledge of pool maintenance and operation techniques.


• Knowledge of Town and Department policies and procedures.

• A High School diploma or GED.


• One (1) year experience as a Lifeguard.


• One (1) year experience in a supervisory capacity.


• Must possess Oxygen Administration certification.


• Must possess at time of application and maintain Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR and AED certifications.


• Must obtain within 90 days of hire, associated safety certifications.


• Lifeguarding Instructor or other advanced aquatic certification preferred

• Occasional exposure to communicable diseases associated with first aid procedures.


• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to temperatures that exceed 110 degrees.


• Frequent exposure to chemical hazards including calcium hypochlorite and muriatic acid.


• Occasional exposure to mechanical and/or electrical hazards associated with pool operational equipment.


• Frequent exposure to noise and vibration relating to pool operational equipment.


• Seasonal exposure to wetness/humidity as well as extreme temperatures.


• Must be able to lift or move over fifty (50) pounds.


• Must be able to swim 300 yards, demonstrating use of freestyle and breaststroke.


• Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position.