Head Lifeguard

City of Westminster, CO•Westminster, CO

30d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Lifeguard position is a leadership role on the lifeguard team that ensures the safety of guests, lifeguards, rule enforcement, and pool safety standards. This position also trains and mentors the lifeguards. The Head Lifeguard is responsible for taking initiative in in-service trainings, lifeguard certifications, and day-to-day pool operations. This is a safety-sensitive position that allows for growth opportunities, promotion within, and demands a safety-conscious mindset in a fast-paced aquatics environment. This is a part-time, benefited position. The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee's level of proficiency and usage. The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - People - Integrity - Respect - Innovation - Teamwork). This position supports the goals of the Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department, which enhances the quality of life for all Westminster citizens by providing diverse leisure, recreational and informational services and resources; and acquiring, developing and maintaining first-class parks, facilities, open space and recreational trails. This position works towards the accomplishment of the Departments mission: Together we create exceptional opportunities for a vibrant community with a commitment to nature, wellness and literacy. Every employee is accountable to: Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied, and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty, and ethical behavior Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner Support/promote change; demonstrate flexibility, and take calculated risks when appropriate Participate in personal growth opportunities, and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity, and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Must be at least 18 years of age
One (1) full year of experience as a lifeguard at a year-round public pool or two (2) summer seasons at a seasonal pool
CPR/AED for Lifeguards certification, Basic First Aid certification, and Lifeguard Training certification
Ability to obtain StarGuard Lifeguard Instructor Certification within one year - training provided by the City
Ability to obtain Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification within one year - training provided by the City
Demonstrate preventative lifeguarding and current lifeguard techniques, standards, and procedures related to rescue of drowning swimmers or any user in a distressful situation in or around the swimming pool
Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations, making proper judgments as to the correct course of action
Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning, regardless of situation and even if possible drowning victim resists rescue efforts
Demonstrate ability to perform first aid, CPR, and AED procedures common in swimming pool operations and within certification standards
Enforce pool safety rules firmly and courteously with the public in a professional manner
Assist hourly lifeguards with enforcing or communicating rules to the public
Use cleaning agents, brushes, and scrub pads on pool surfaces and aquatics equipment and assist supervisor team in training for safe use of such products
Instruct swimming classes of various age groups and ability levels
Use computers for e-mail communication through Outlook and for timesheet entry
Work courteously with the public and support the city guest/host philosophy and SPIRIT values
Pass the City of Westminster's swim and lifeguard skills test
Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses, and target areas for personal self-development
Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions
Achieve goals, and handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communication
Demonstrate accountability for work and take ownership in job performance
Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of work; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product

Nice To Haves

Two (2) full years of experience as a lifeguard at a year-round public pool
StarGuard Lifeguard Certification
Certified water safety instructor (WSI) or the equivalent
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.

Responsibilities

Reliability - Maintain reliability as a head lifeguard and member of the aquatics leadership team
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
Communicate effectively with City staff and guests
Support and model quality internal and external guest service
Professionalism - Exhibit professionalism in conduct and image
Maintain clean and organized office spaced
Maintain office etiquette in a shared space
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality
Lead cleaning operations in and around the natatorium
Deck Management - Maintain safety in and around the pool area
Monitor activities in swimming pool areas and takes action to prevent drowning, injuries, or accidents
Demonstrate leadership, take initiative, and make recommendations for safe lifeguard ratios and rotations
Oversees deck operations when aquatic supervisors are not present
Emergency Response - Take the lead role in emergencies in or around the pools
Maintain cognizance and initiate the Emergency Action Plan as necessary
Assist in completing incident, accident, and save reports
Task Completion - Lead and accomplish daily maintenance, janitorial, and aquatic-related tasks.
Monitor and ensure completion of opening and closing duties
Test water quality and make necessary adjustments to comply with established health standards
Take initiative to perform cleaning duties including but not limited to the pool, deck, and mechanical rooms
Communicate issues to the aquatics management team
Utilize assigned software and city-designated software platforms to communicate, document, and complete assignments
Assist and participate in staff motivation to complete daily tasks
Maintain records for water quality/balance and mechanical issues
Teaching - Lead aquatic programming and training, including staff in-services, certifications, and swim lessons
Conduct classes in swimming for various age groups and levels of ability
Assist with leading monthly in-service trainings and lead lifeguard meetings as scheduled Assist in teaching lifeguard certification classes
Assist, act as a leader, and set example to other lifeguards on proper class instruction and lifeguard skills
Participate in and contribute to teambuilding activities
Maintains regular and punctual attendance