Lead Lifeguard

$34,117 / year or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits.

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.

·        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 Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer (CPR-PRI)

·        The following certifications are preferred:

o   • Aquatic Facility Operator certification (AFO)

o   • American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI)

o   • American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI)

o   • Certified Pool Operator’s License

·        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.

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

Only online applications to our website will be considered. To apply, please visit the James City County Career Center at https://jobs.jamescitycountyva.gov