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Director of Lifeguards (Seasonal)
Reports to: Fitness Director
Reports to: Fitness Director
Supervises: Lifeguards
Education and/or Experience:
- Maintains all proper certifications and training for self and pool staff.
- Three years of experience at a club of comparable size and stature.
- Lifeguard training and experience teaching swim lesson required.
- Private club experience preferred.
Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations:
- Broad knowledge and experience in pool chemistry, operation and management.
- Monitors and coordinates pool safety programs and risk management.
- Employs only those methods and teaching techniques outlined and approved by the American Red Cross.
- Thoroughly understands specific state and local laws and statutes regarding pool safety and inspections.
- Knowledge of and ability to perform personal role in emergency situations.
- Administer First Aid/CPR/AED in cases of emergency.
- Assist in the interview process for all new lifeguards
Job Summary (Essential Functions):
- Responsible for the lifeguards and pool operations.
- Adhere to aquatic as well as EPRD rules and regulations as related to the functional areas of responsibility.
- Must possess a highly defined focus toward both internal and external guest service.
Job Tasks/Duties:
- Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates staff.
- Formulates weekly work schedules and rotation schedules for all lifeguards.
- Manages the reservation system for lanes and classes
- Maintains correct payroll records.
- Registers members at pool and charges for all guests, lessons, etc.
- Provides necessary orientation and training for pool staff.
- Enforces club rules of safety and conduct.
- Assists in rendering First Aid according to the standards established by the American Red Cross and American Heart Association.
- Develops an annual operating and staffing budget to be approved by the Fitness Director; takes corrective actions as necessary to assure that budget goals are attained.
- Maintains and keeps all necessary records concerning pool attendance, accident reports, problem-member reports, lifeguard and instructor schedules, etc.
- Develops and implements pool safety program and schedules staff to provide adequate protection for members and their guests.
- Assists in pool opening and closing at the beginning and end of season.
- Manages pool area lost and found articles.
- Maintains presence during special pool events.
- Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Fitness Director.
Licenses and Special Requirements:
- Must have current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate.
- Red Cross progressive Swimming Instructor Certificate Desirable.
- American Red Cross Basic First Aid required, training on AED units and possession of a current Red Cross CPR card.
- Pool Operator certification (if required by state or local jurisdiction).
- Certified Pool/Spa Operator (CPO) offered by the National Swimming Pool Foundation desirable.
- The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) offered by the National Recreation and Park Association.
- Lifeguard certification offered by the American Red Cross strongly recommended.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Working conditions are often, hot, humid, slippery and wet.
- Able to work in a busy, noisy environment.
- Able to tolerate the smell of chlorine and frequent exposure to cleaning agents.
- Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment, which is typical of this position.
- Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping and pulling.
- Frequent repetitive motions.
- Continuous standing and walking.
