Certified Lifeguard Instructor (Trainer)

Livingston•Springfield, NJ

1d•$21 - $22

About The Position

Saving lives, making waves, and paving the way for your career. Are you looking for a great gig where the work is actually fun? Do you want to work somewhere you can get real job experience and make a difference? Check out Goldfish Swim School! Goldfish Swim School has been an award winning industry leader in the swim lesson community since 2006. Our team is growing, and we are looking for team players who are enthusiastic, have a can-do perspective, and enjoy working with kids. We provide paid on-the-job training, flexible scheduling, a rewarding work environment, and a one-of-a-kind culture that will make you smile, too! We are looking for a Lifeguard Instructor to be part of our growing Goldfish Swim School Springfield location. We are seeking a self starter who is motivated to grow and succeed! Very competitive compensation based on experience. Goldfish Swim School teaches children from 4 months to 12 years old how to swim and be safer in and around the water. The tropical environment of our state of the art aquatic facility is like no other, the detailed curriculum we teach is proven with over 12 years of extraordinary results. Goldfish Swim School is not just team it is a family. Tropical Vibes & Impacting Lives! You feel it the moment you walk in. There’s more than vibrant colors, a tropical theme and happy children. There’s something different, something extraordinary. Something truly GOLDEN. It’s passion. Not just a passion for kids or a passion for swimming…it’s a special passion for changing – even saving – lives, by being a part of kids learning to swim. When you work at Goldfish, you're not just an employee. You're a part of something bigger. You're making an impact; a splash in the lives of the children in your community. You're an integral part of a team, working together to move forward a mission. You’re also making waves in your future, learning life lessons in and out of the pool through mentorship, leadership and passion. At Goldfish, it’s more than a job - it’s an endless pool of possibilities, opportunities and life-changing moments! Making Waves with Passion, Purpose & Core Values! At Goldfish, our core values are at the heart of everything we do, and behind every decision that we make. To us, these values are more than just words - they're embraced with purpose in our everyday lives, and what allows us to make a splash in our community, and in the lives of our members and our team! We go above and beyond with every detail to create a GOLDEN Experience! We believe in nurturing a culture that provides WOW! Customer Service We do the right things, make the right decisions and treat people with Integrity Compassion Trust We meet and exceed expectations so you see Extraordinary Results We make a big deal about life’s accomplishments by remembering to Celebrate! Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise. The respective Franchisee is the employer at each Goldfish Swim School location. Each franchisee can set their own wages, benefit programs and terms and conditions of employment, which may vary at each Goldfish Swim School location.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Ellis and Associates Lifeugard Instructor Certification
1 year experience in Supervising or Management
1 year aquatics experience - Lifeguarding, coaching, teaching, and/or supervising
Strong organization, computer, and training skills
The ability to multi-task and effectively manage multiple situations at once
Able to sustain a high level of energy in the most positive manner.
Certified Ellis Lifeguard Instructor
Exceptional organization skills
The ability to communicate and connect with employees to build trust and genuine relationships.
Ownership and initiative to solve problems and make recommendations
Shows the ability to make sound objective decisions based on facts, logic, and good judgement in a timely manner.
Results driven, with an infinite mindset
Has intrinsic motivation to succeed and to lead the team in succeeding.
Sharp attention to detail and ability to incoporate multitasking in oversight.
Positive, up beat attitude that focuses on producing results through coaching, not driving.

Responsibilities

Oversees facility safety and E&A Lifeguards, maintaining “Exceeds Expectations.”
Directs, trains, maintains and oversees the implementation of the Emergency Action Plan and all safety procedures that pertain to the GSS facility and EAP.
Performs routine safety audits and equipment checks.
Run monthly E&A Lifeugard Certifications.
Prepare monthly scenario rotation & oversee completion per shift.
Scenario Form Audit - report scores.
Plan meaningful monthly safety in-services.
Oversee Deck Supervisor team in upholding safety standards.
Oversee Lifeguards in maintaining test-readiness and vigilance.
Maintain staff certifications - all staff BLS certified.
Maintain Certification Binder for those who are certified outside of Ellis.
Remains up to date with all Ellis changes and informs the team.
Gains a high level of knowledge and experience in the GSS pool operations necessary to maintain a safe and sanitary swim environment.
Participates in all role shifts to remain proficient in GSS aquatics and sales standards.
Maintains current certifications and stays up-to-date professionally on the aquatics field.