Apply for Seasonal Lead Lifeguard

Job Summary

17.98/hr or higher DOQ, seasonal positions available

James City County’s Parks and Recreation Department seeks an individual to lead and manage day to day operations at all aquatic facilities within the county Seasonally.

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; makes 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 shifts.
• 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 in daily aquatic managerial duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Some lifeguarding experience preferred.
• Must possess and maintain the following American Red Cross certifications:
o Lifeguarding
o First Aid
o Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
o Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Additional Position Information:

Click here ​for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at 757-253-6680 or email [email protected].