Lead Guard - Aquatics Specialist 3

The Salvation Army Southern California • Salem, OR

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Aquatics Specialist 3 – Lead Guard maintains the safety and cleanliness of the aquatic facility, directs staff, and enforces patron rules. The role provides lifeguarding services, monitors lifeguard performance, helps implement training strategies, responds to emergencies, and performs facility housekeeping and recordkeeping. The position involves working with minimum supervision and a high degree of independence, including making decisions in unusual or complex situations. The schedule may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The employee must remain on the premises during the 15-minute break. A criminal history information check is required.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Certification in Lifeguard Training is required.
• CPR/First Aid/AED and Oxygen Administration certifications are required; certifications accepted from American Red Cross or Ellis & Associates.
• Must maintain current certifications.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English effectively.
• Knowledge of safe aquatics practices is required.
• Ability to use aquatic equipment and cleaning supplies.
• Ability to multitask, follow instructions, perform tasks safely and effectively, interact according to generally accepted business standards, use interpersonal skills effectively in favorable and unfavorable situations, and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Must be physically able to provide emergency care if needed.
• Must be able to complete a continuous 300-yard swim, rescue a victim from a depth of 13 feet, tread water for two minutes without hands, and retrieve a brick within 1 minute and 40 seconds.
• Must be able to perform the listed physical demands, including exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, 30 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly.
• Must pass a criminal history information check.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of experience as a lifeguard in an aquatics facility preferred.
• Swim lesson instruction and water exercise instruction are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifeguarding services.
• Monitor lifeguard performance and implement training strategies, including participating in monthly audits.
• Respond to emergency situations and, when necessary, administer CPR and First Aid.
• Prepare and submit accident and incident reports.
• Participate in in-service training, orientations, and other staff meetings as requested.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in and around the natatorium, such as hosing, vacuuming, and picking up litter.
• Complete applicable reports and maintain records.
• Direct staff and enforce patron rules.
• Maintain the safety and cleanliness of the aquatic facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED