Lifeguard

Responsibilities and Duties

• Monitor the safety of all swimmers in and out of the water at Robin Lake Beach


• Rotate stands and waters to ensure waterfront safety, including the ability to maneuver a kayak, paddleboard, and rescue board


• Maintain a clean beach area by performing a daily beach sweep for trash and debris


• Inspect Aqua Island daily to ensure proper inflation and safety operations


• Administer First Aid, CPR, and AED as needed


• Keep track of operating supplies and safety equipment inventory on a weekly basis


• Maintain a daily safety log to track all activities, including rescues, incidents, and injuries


• Attend all required staff meetings, training courses, and monthly in-service classes


• Learn how to rent equipment for participants, including chairs, cabanas, kayaks, paddleboards, and pedal boats, as well as mini golf and Aqua Island


• Provide clear communication of instructions to rental participants before entering the water for excursions to Aqua Island Park


• Adhere to the company dress code and wear issued uniform and nametag


• Create a nurturing, positive, and professional environment while promoting safety policies and procedures amongst staff, volunteers, and the community


• Communicate clearly, honestly, and respectfully with all staff and guests while under high pressure situations as a first responder


• Complete all other duties as specified during staff training and onboarding

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older and have a valid driver's license


• Must have a valid or be able to attain Ellis & Associates Special Facilities Lifeguard Training and Certification.


• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and all major holidays


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills


• Completion of a background check


• Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time and work outside in extreme weather conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, and wind


• Able to lift at least 50 lbs

Skills & Qualifications:

• Be able to positively motivate and lead a team, conveying information and ideas clearly and effectively so that ownership of high levels of guest service is understood to be the role of each individual team member.


• Be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately


• Be able to work well in high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and objectivity, including the ability to listen carefully to and resolve guest issues to the satisfaction of the affected guests.


• Be able to identify potential guest issues and then develop methodologies to prevent or limit the impact of those guest issues during guest visits.


• Be able to assimilate complex information and data for various sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the need.


• Be able to effectively listen to, understand, and clarify concerns and issues raised by team members and guests.


• Be able to work with and understand financial information and data and perform basic math functions.