Lifeguard

Omni Hotels & Resorts•Hot Springs, VA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of guests at the pool while helping them enjoy their experience. The role requires keeping watch over families and children, enforcing pool rules with an appropriate balance of firmness and politeness, and being prepared to perform life-saving functions. Lifeguards may also perform the duties and responsibilities of Pool Attendants as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand and walk for the majority of the shift.
Must have a flexible schedule and be available to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience lifeguarding at a pool in a resort, country club, or waterpark facility is highly preferred.
One year of previous lifeguard experience is preferred.
Lifeguard certification is preferred; training and certification will be provided as needed.

Responsibilities

Report for scheduled shifts on time and in the assigned uniform.
Provide guests with a welcoming experience through warm welcomes, anticipatory service, and fond farewells.
Monitor the pool deck for safety, cleanliness, and guest needs.
Maintain constant surveillance of patrons and act immediately and appropriately to protect their safety in an emergency.
Provide emergency care and treatment as required until emergency medical services arrive.
Perform maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
Handle or refer problems and situations that arise in the facility to the immediate supervisor or manager.
Adhere to and enforce all pool rules and policies.
Maintain and stock guard medic bags.
React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Perform Pool Attendant functions and responsibilities as assigned.