Lead Lifeguard - Resort Pool

YOUR MISSION (The Job Description):
The Lifeguard is responsible for monitoring and supervising pool activities to ensure that all guests taking part in these activities adhere to the rules to prevent injuries and other accidents. Lifeguards also respond to any emergencies in a timely manner while providing professional and courteous service to every guest.
THE NITTY-GRITTY (The Essential Job Duties):

• Responsible for daily set up of the pool deck before the pool opens to guests and completing a breakdown of the pool each day as the pool closes
• Greet guests and offers assistance and/or instruction in the use of the facilities
• Oversee swimmers and issues towels and equipment to guests
• Responsible for following all designated emergency procedures and understands duties in the event an emergency arises
• Provide constant visual surveillance of pool and surrounding area identifying any potential safety or emergency situations
• Ensures the Virgin Hotel Las Vegas standards of cleanliness and appearance for all areas
• Knows and adheres to Virgin Hotel Las Vegas and departmental policies and procedures, embrace company culture and take pride in the resort and amenities
• Understands and well versed in the resort, hotel features and services including all outlets, hours of operation, activities and events available to guests
• Attends required training classes and incorporates new standards, service knowledge and safety into daily work practices
• Looks for opportunities to assist peers, guests, other departments, or leaders always.
• Performs all other job-related duties as assigned

WHAT IT TAKES (The Qualities We Look For)

• Great team player with the ability to create excellent working relationships across the group. Collaborative approach with all departments
• Ability to break down barriers and resolving potential conflicts swiftly and effortlessly
• Strong communication and presentation skills to all levels of management
• Creativity and innovation are essential
• Ability to think outside the box and approach all issues with a completely fresh approach
• Ability to anticipate needs and over deliver wherever possible
• Candidates must think on their feet and use their initiative to solve problems and deliver solutions
• Able to change direction and work on multiple project aspects at once
• Enthusiastic, passionate, able to inspire and motivate others
• Inspect and maintain areas for which responsible
• Must be able to distinguish between different denominations of currency and make change
• Review and comprehend all necessary documentation
• Use the equipment associated with the position, including but not limited to pool equipment and cash register
• Effectively and efficiently move around work area
• Must be capable of administering CPR, First Aid or provide rescue in accordance with Red Cross training
• Behavior consistent with Virgin Hotels Core Values: Fun, innovative, original, and personable, and striving to deliver high quality and brilliant customer service

MUST HAVE'S

• Previous pool lifeguard and/or customer service experience preferred
• Current, legal, and unrestricted ability to work in The United States
• Possess works cards for American Red Cross certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Lifeguard Training & First Aid
• Previous experience in retail sales involving high profile customer contact, or through two months of on-the-job training.
• Preferred: 1-2 years' experience in a full-service hospitality establishment

WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE'S

• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Current, legal, and unrestricted ability to work in The United States
• High school or equivalent education required

THE WORKING CONDITIONS

• Sitting for long periods of time
• Exposed to heat with typical Las Vegas summer temperatures. Sunblock highly recommended to protect from effects from extended sun exposure
• Important to keep hydrated while working outside
• May be exposed to guest pets and pet dander due to Virgin Hotels Las Vegas being a pet friendly hotel
• Lift up to 60 pounds of equipment or supplies, and move carts that weigh up to 100 pounds
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of cold, heat, and sound. Incumbents are at times subject to hazards such as chemicals; proper safety precautions will be taken. This position occasionally works outside and is subject to all weather Proper clothing is provided
• Stand for entire shift
• Balance, bend, carry, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, reach, squat, and twist. These actions are required in order to assist guests in the proper use of equipment and to perform other job duties

VALUABLE TRAITS

• 50% logical / 50% creative / 100% AWESOME
• Enjoy working with a team and alone as the situation dictates.
• Adaptive, Flexible!
• Embody "great attitude."
• Unwavering integrity and endless work ethic.
• Appreciate constructive feedback, as well as graciously providing the same.
• Tenacious and self-motivated
• Virgin Hotels celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

On-the-job training