Head Lifeguard Aquatic Center

About This Role

Supervise and ensure the safety of the Aquatic Center in Onalaska, WI, providing attentive and courteous behavior while enforcing rules and managing staff. This seasonal, limited-term position works under the Aquatic Center Specialist and helps maintain the facility's operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Aquatic Center in the absence of the Aquatic Specialist
• Assist Aquatic Specialist in completing reports and related paperwork
• Manage staff rotation and breaks
• Supervise Lifeguards and assign responsibilities
• Report staff issues to the Aquatic Specialist
• Be trained on and knowledgeable of facility emergency action plans (EAPs)
• Maintain the chemical and filtration equipment under the direction of the Aquatic Specialist
• Monitor water clarity and report to Aquatic Specialist
• Enforce Aquatic Center rules and regulations
• Handle citizen requests, questions, and complaints
• Supervise the collection, accounting, and deposit of all monies received at the Aquatic Center
• Develop and conduct weekly in-service training with staff
• Plan and lead staff training including CPR, first aid, swimming skills, and emergency action plans

Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current certification in CPR
• Current certification in First Aid
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard training certification
• Must work with little or no supervision
• Good communication and organizational skills

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous Supervisory Experience At An Aquatic Facility Preferred.

Nice to Have

• Previous Supervisory Experience At An Aquatic Facility

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