Head Guard

Montrose Recreation District•Montrose, CO

44d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting and providing support to the Recreation Coordinator and Leader by administering and implementing aquatic operations related to staffing, lifeguard techniques, facility usage and rules, chemical testing, and aquatics programming. The head guard interfaces directly with patrons to answer questions about all aquatic operations and provide excellent customer service. The Head Guard will also be involved in enforcing facility rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Requirements

A minimum of one (1) year of aquatics programming experience and lifeguarding experience.
A minimum of one (1) year in a supervisory role.
Strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to motivate and direct a team.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification or equivalent.
Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification.

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain certifications within 6 weeks of hire date.

Responsibilities

Assists the recreation coordinator / recreation leader in managing aquatic facilities and programs.
Ensures a safe environment and quality programming for employees, participants, and the public.
Enforces all aquatic facilities’ policies, procedures, and regulations.
Serves as the Lead Lifeguard on duty.
Performs regular safety checks and keeps first aid supplies stocked.
Accurately completes daily operation forms including maintenance request forms, attendance, chemical testing, cleaning checklists, and operation reports.
Maintains records and adequate copies of Lifeguard forms including, training logs, testing, certifications and renewal timeline for certifications.
Conducts regular spot evaluations and uniform enforcement of part-time employees.
Makes recommendations to Coordinator and/or Leader regarding staff follow-up and disciplinary notices/counseling.
Compiles monthly forms and attendance reports.
Leads and/or assists aquatic employee’s in-service training.
Performs cleaning and minor maintenance duties as needed.
Recommends updates to Aquatic Facilities Manuals and Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
Assists in planning, coordinating and leading aquatic special events and programs.
Responds to any problems, developments, conditions, or accidents/incidents that require action and ensures communication to the Coordinator and Leader.