Lifeguard Supervisor -FT

MetroLagoons; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Metro Lagoons is seeking a Lifeguard Supervisor to oversee the lagoon bathing area, lead the lifeguard team, and ensure guest safety in outdoor settings. The role includes conducting lifeguarding duties, training, audits, and collaboration with the Water Safety team.

Responsibilities span opening/closing tasks, routine maintenance, safety enforcement, emergency response, and budget coordination while delivering excellent customer service and supervision.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the lifeguard team and manage operation of lagoon attractions and guest safety.
• Perform opening/closing duties, maintenance checks, and attraction testing.
• Maintain area cleanliness and enforce facility safety guidelines.
• Respond to guest distress and provide First Aid as needed.
• Create schedules, review reports and paperwork; coach staff and manage performance.
• Manage daily budget hours and coordinate changes with leadership.
• Regularly test ride attractions to ensure guest safety.

Skills

Excellent communication

Flexible availability

Efficient & organized

Professional demeanor

Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma

BA or degree seeking (preferred)

Job description

• Excellent communication skills.

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.
• Assesses 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 for 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).
• Swim 20 yards (your face may be in or out of the water).
• Perform a surface dive (feet‑first or head‑first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10‑pound object.
• 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.
• Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

BENEFITS:

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