Full-Time Lead Lifeguard

City Of Olathe
Olathe, Kansas United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 03, 2024
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Job Description

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    Employment Type
    Full Time

    Job Summary

    The City of Olathe is seeking a dedicated individual with a strong commitment to safety, leadership, and creating a positive, secure environment for both staff and patrons at the Olathe Community Center. We are hiring a full-time Lead Lifeguard who will serve as the designated shift leader, ensuring the safe operation of the facility. In this role, the Lead Lifeguard will also take on multiple responsibilities, including swim lesson instructor, lifeguard instructor, and customer service duties. They will conduct monthly swim lessons for participants of all ages, starting at 4 months and older.

    Additionally, the Lead Lifeguard will assist in teaching lifeguard certification classes, in-service trainings, recertifications, and other aquatic professional development programs. They will be responsible for completing reports and assessments as needed and play an active role in developing staff training protocols, as well as in-service and swim lesson curricula. This position offers the opportunity to grow professionally while fostering a safe and engaging environment at the aquatic facility.

    Starting salary - $16.50 an hour. The City of Olathe offers competitive compensation and benefits, including tuition reimbursement, retirement savings plans, an onsite wellbeing clinic for eligible employees, and up to eight weeks of paid parental leave. You can check out the full benefits package online .

    For more details, review the full job details and requirements below.

    The Lead Lifeguard is the designated lead worker for an aquatic facility with the primary focus on overseeing daily operations and ensuring safe operation of the facility. Lead lifeguards may work in the capacity of multiple roles staffing the aquatic facility, including swim lessons, lifeguard instruction, lifeguard, and customer service roles as needed.

    Key Responsibilities
    • Oversees daily operation of the aquatic facility including work in a variety of roles including swim lessons, lifeguard instructions, lifeguarding, and customer services functions; provides training, evaluation and supervision of staff.
    • Performs operational checks to ensure safe and effective operations of the facility including tests for chemicals, mechanical functions, monitoring water balance, and overall facility cleanliness; orders supplies.
    • Ensures a safe and fun recreational swimming environment by enforcing rules and providing effective supervision of swimmers; rescues distressed swimmers and contacts emergency personnel when needed; handles concerns from the public and provides information as needed.


    Qualifications

    Experience: At least three years progressively responsible experience in the operations of an aquatic facility is required. Demonstrated leadership and problem solving skills are essential along with strong communication and customer service skills.

    Education: A high school Diploma or equivalent is required.

    Licenses & Certifications: Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, Waterpark Certificate, AED, and CPR.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Olathe
    • City of Olathe

    The City of Olathe consistently ranks as one of the best places to work, live and raise a family. That didn’t happen by accident.

    It happened because thousands of dedicated City employees work each day to make life better in our community. “Setting the standard for excellence in public service” is not just a saying in Olathe. It is what we do.

    Olathe’s quality of life is second to none, and we believe our employees deserve the same. The City of Olathe values and fosters an innovative, diverse, and inclusive culture. We offer competitive pay, health and dental coverage, retirement plans, and educational reimbursement. Employees can take advantage of the all-encompassing LiveWell wellness program to help them be their best selves—mentally, physically, socially, and financially. The City of Olathe champions continuous training and development for employees at all levels. It is our belief that if our employees continue to grow and be successful, both personally and professionally, then the City will serve our residents in the best ways possible.

    If you’re looking for a career where you can serve others, make a difference, and grow, then your path starts here.

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