Lifeguard Supervisor -FT

Lagooninformation; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Employee Assistance program

Employee discounts

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Metro Lagoons is seeking a Lifeguard Supervisor to help manage the lagoon bathing area, lead the lifeguard team, and perform hands-on safety duties outdoors. The role focuses on guest safety, supervising staff, and participating in training and audits alongside the Water Safety team.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, at least two years of lifeguard and supervisory experience, and ARC Lifeguard Certification (training provided). Flexible availability across shifts is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; degree preferred.
• Minimum two years supervisory experience.
• Minimum two years lifeguard experience required.
• Must pass Swim Test and hold American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (training provided).
• Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead team to operate water attractions and ensure guest safety.
• Respond to emergencies and provide First Aid as needed.
• Perform opening/closing duties and pre‑operation checks.
• Maintain area cleanliness and enforce safety guidelines.
• Prepare reports, checklists, and manage daily scheduling.
• Coach staff, provide feedback, and manage budget hours.

Skills

Lifeguard supervision

Supervisory experience

First Aid/CPR

Education

High School diploma

BA or degree seeking (preferred)

Job description

Metro Lagoons is growing fast, and we are looking for motivated individuals to grow with us!

Looking for a schedule that fits your life? We've got openings across all shifts: mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekdays, and weekends! Join us on a schedule that works for you at the best lagoons in the United States!

JOB SUMMARY – Lifeguard Supervisor

The Lifeguard Supervisor assists in managing the operation of the Lagoon bathing area including conducting basic lifeguarding duties and leading the lifeguard team in daily activities as well as training and audits. Work will be performed primarily outdoors. This is a hands‑on position, and the successful candidate will both direct and participate in tasks with the Water Safety team. This position is directly responsible for guest safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Responsible for leading the team that performs the following tasks: operates all water attractions and ensures guest safety, responds to emergencies, and provides First Aid as needed.
• Performs opening and closing duties including minor pool maintenance, attraction pre‑operation checks and attraction testing.
• Maintains area cleanliness and quality including trash removal, hosing, etc.
• Enforces all facility safety guidelines.
• Responds to guests in distress and provides First Aid
• Maintains inventory and re‑orders supplies and equipment.
• Create schedules, prepare, and review reports, checklists, and other paperwork.

• Assess employees’ progress: coaches with positive reinforcement and disciplines, when necessary, fairly, and consistently
• Provides and models excellent customer service.
• Manages daily budget hours and works with leadership to revise and develop changes as needed.
• Regularly test ride attractions to ensure the safety of guest.
• Other assigned duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma, BA or degree seeking (preferred)
• Minimum two years supervisory experience (preferred)
• Minimum two years lifeguard experience (required)
• Must pass Swim Test (Details below) and obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (Training provided), current ARC. (Required)
• LG Certification (preferred)
• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shifts may vary based on business needs

• Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously.
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable standing/walking for long periods of time outdoors in and around water, including elevated areas in all weather conditions.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Swim Test

Event 1: Swim-Tread-Swim

• Jump into the water from the side, fully submerge, recover to the surface, and swim 150 yards.
• After swimming 150 yards, maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading, without support.
• After treading, 2 minutes, swim an additional 50 yards.
• While swimming, you must keep your face in the water and demonstrate proper breath control.
• You may use front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted.
• Swim goggles are allowed.
• While treading, you must only use your legs, keeping your hands placed under your armpits, and your head must remain above the water.

Event 2: Timed Event

• Arrange a 20-yard swim distance and place a 10-pound object at a minimum depth of 7 to 10 feet (consistent with the maximum water depth for training).
• Goggles are not permitted for this event.
• You have 1 minute, 40 seconds to complete the following:
  1. Swim 20 yards (your face may be in or out of the water).
  2. Perform a surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
  3. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface. Swimming underwater during this distance is not allowed.
  4. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

BENEFITS

Flexible schedule, Employee Assistance program, Employee discounts. Health benefits and Paid time off.