Lead Lifeguard

Pay Rate: $20.00 an hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct daily work activities and inspect completed work for conformance to standards
• Maintain an environment that is safe and pleasant for patrons
• Fulfill all functions and duties of a lifeguard as needed
• Conduct monthly in-service or other training sessions
• Inspect all areas of waterpark, report issues to management
• Promote, offer instruction or speak to groups about the Waterpark at Treasure Island or other remote locations
• Assist Manager with developing programs to improve the waterpark and increase patronage
• Assist with pool admissions and selling merchandise following cash handling procedures
• Break pool attendants

KNOWLEDGE AND CERTIFICATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Required Knowledge and Certification:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• 2 years of Lifeguard experience, or combination coaching, lifeguard and instructor experience
• Must possess Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
• First Aid and CPR certification and preferably AED

Preferred Knowledge and Certification:

• 2 years supervisory experience
• 2 years cash handling experience
• Lifeguarding Instructor Course Certification

Required Skills:

• Accurate and detail-oriented
• Highly organized and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Strong computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Windows
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Conflict resolution skills

Required Abilities:

• Ability to work fast and efficiently
• Ability to follow established dress code policies and practice good personal hygiene
• Ability to interact with guests, coworkers and management in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to enthusiastically and professionally sell Waterpark features
• Ability to speak in a clear, concise and pleasant voice, including projecting across distance in normal and loud situations
• Ability to hear noises and distress signals
• Ability to observe all areas of the pool with clear vision
• Ability to remain focused for extended periods of time in a warm environment
• Ability to explain and enforce Waterpark safety standards to team members and guests

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to walk, stand and/or exert fast-paced mobility throughout the shift
• Must have a good sense of balance, and be able to bend and kneel and stoop
• Must be able to reach and twist routinely
• Must be able to push, pull and grasp objects routinely
• Must have manual dexterity necessary to manipulate waterpark features, safety equipment, POS system and administer First Aid
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions
• Must be able to navigate stairs and work at high elevations
• Must have good hand eye coordination
• Must be able to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue, including swimming quickly, supporting adult body weight while swimming as far as 50 feet, and removing adult body weight from the pool

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in the Waterpark, which includes flashing lights, frequent loud noises, water and humidity, and pool chemicals, some outdoor work is required and may require going onto the gaming floor which has cigarette smoke
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including all shifts, weekends and holidays
• Occasionally must deal with angry or hostile individuals
• High volume direct public contact