Lead Lifeguard (On Call) - Internal Only

James City CountyWilliamsburg, VA
$21 - $32

About The Position

Performs responsible, experienced work ensuring a safe and secure aquatic environment. Serves as a lead worker overseeing daily operations at an assigned beach area or pool facility.

Requirements

  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school diploma; considerable lifeguarding experience.
  • Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County’s criteria.
  • Must possess the following certifications: o American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate o American Red Cross First Aid Certificate o American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer (CPR-PRI)
  • Knowledge of water rescue methods; lifeguarding and first-aid practices and techniques; swimming pool safety; principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
  • Skill in use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to deal courteously but firmly with pool patrons; carry out water rescues; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with County staff and patrons.

Nice To Haves

  • Aquatic Facility Operator certification (AFO)
  • American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
  • American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI)
  • Certified Pool Operator’s License

Responsibilities

  • Oversees work of team members during operations including accountability for job completion, coordination of logistics and overall welfare and performance of assigned personnel.
  • Ensures the safety and regulates conduct of pool patrons; enforces pool policies, rules and regulations; conducts swimming tests with children to allow them to swim unattended; provides customer service to patrons, including handling customer conflict and complaints, as necessary.
  • Performs rescues and provides appropriate care and follow-up procedures; uses proper use of equipment in the performance of first aid; provides written reports on all accidents.
  • Attends in-service training and staff meetings; participates in the preparation of daily records; provides guidance to less experienced Lifeguards during shift.
  • Measures water chemistry and adjusts chemicals as necessary to maintain proper chemical balances of pool and whirlpool; maintains appropriate records of water quality of pool; assists in the proper maintenance and sanitary operation of the pool, pool area and locker rooms; maintains proper updated safety requirements; handles mechanical/pump room or chemical problems as directed.
  • May assist Recreation/Aquatic Program Coordinator in daily aquatic managerial duties.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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What This Job Offers

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

251-500 employees

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