Opening Head Lifeguard- Juanita Pool

WAVE Aquatics is seeking a skilled and responsible Head Lifeguard to oversee the safety and

well-being of our pool patrons. This is an opening role and would require the employee to unlock the facility. As a vital member of our aquatics team, you will play a pivotal

role in ensuring a secure and enjoyable aquatic environment, adhering to the highest standards

of safety, integrity, and customer service.

In addition, you will:

• Safety Leadership: Prioritize and manage safety at the pool, leading by example.

Supervise lifeguards, ensuring they are well-prepared to respond to emergencies in

compliance with American Red Cross standards.

• Emergency Response: Perform first aid, CPR, and both on-land and in-water rescues

according to American Red Cross Standards. Be the go-to expert in all emergency

situations.

• Equipment Maintenance: Conduct daily checks on emergency equipment, ensuring it is

in working order. Report any issues promptly for repairs or replacements.

• Team Collaboration: Foster a cohesive and cooperative environment by working

effectively with other lifeguards and pool staff. Act as a leader and mentor, sharing

your knowledge and experience.

• Pool Operations: Partner with the Pool Director to ensure the efficient and safe

operation of the pool facility. Assist with scheduling and oversee daily operations.

• Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and

concerns in a professional and friendly manner.

• Integrity and Judgment: Uphold a high level of integrity and make sound decisions in

emergency situations, as well as in routine daily operations.

About you:

• Proven experience as a lifeguard, with a track record of leadership and responsibility.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well within a team and lead by example.
• Good judgment and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and professionalism.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR certification
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Management certification or equivalent supervisor

training

• High School Diploma or GED
• Availability to work as necessary on nights, weekends, and holidays

Primary Duties Include:

• Prioritize the safety of everyone in the facility at all times by diligently
• Execute First Aid, CPR, on-land and in-water rescues per American Red

Cross Standards and ensure that any relevant documentation is

completed

• Supervise pool programs and ensure that they operate as intended:

facility is staged properly, lifeguard stations and rotations are set up for

success, all necessary equipment and personnel are accounted for

• Perform daily Emergency equipment checks.
• Perform daily facility walkthroughs at the start of the shift:
• Work with directors to ensure adequate pool operations
• Monitor pool water chemistry through water testing; ensure that all

required chemical checks are recorded and acceptable pool chemical

ranges are maintained

• Monitor the facility maintenance task sheet and ensure that daily/weekly

maintenance tasks are completed, reported and signed off by the

respective personnel

• Take inventory of First Aid supplies and report any supplies that need to

be restocked on the End of Shift Email

• Ensure that all King County Health Department requirements are met
• Review the WhentoWork App to ensure that all necessary personnel are

scheduled, accounted for and properly trained

• Review the Facility Google Calendar to understand day-to-day operations,

personnel and equipment needs

• Complete an End of Shift Email after every shift
• Provide excellent customer service to pool patrons and ensure that all Pool

Operations personnel do the same

• Advise staff of any additional projects as needed, based on facility conditions
• Plan, administer and attend all regular staff meetings and trainings
• Issue and record the sale of admissions, passes, retail items, etc.
• Ensure that receipts are written/recorded for monetary and digital

transactions

• Ensure that cash-in/out procedures are followed when opening and closing

the facility

• Work varied lifeguard shifts, including early mornings, nights or weekends
• Listen to staff concerns and report to the Operations Manager/Aquatics

Manager/Assistant Manager as necessary

• Assist with employees’ lifeguard training, education and development
• Complete any and all miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisors, in a

timely manner

• Abide by the Wave Aquatics Handbook, and uphold all staff to the policies

and procedures set forth in the Wave Aquatics Handbook

If you are a dedicated and experienced lifeguard with a commitment to safety, integrity, and

excellent customer service, we invite you to apply for the Head Lifeguard position at WAVE.

WAVE Aquatics is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all

backgrounds. We encourage candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, abilities, and

backgrounds to apply.Join our team and be the guardian of safety at our pool, setting the standard for excellence in lifeguarding and leadership!

Schedule: 7:30am-3:30am- Monday-Friday
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $21.00-22.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Lifeguard Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $22.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person

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