Aquatics Lead, Lifeguard (Part-Time)-SC/ San Diego KROC-13-004

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

The Aquatic seasonal Lifeguard Lead will be cross disciplined in all aspects of the aquatics department including Lifeguarding and Educational Programming. This Aquatic Lead position is a seasonal early spring-summer position starting the beginning of June through the beginning of August and requires set weekend am or pm hours as directed by the Aquatics Manager.

Essential Functions

• To know, explain and exemplify the mission, purpose, and values of the Kroc Center and The Salvation Army (TSA). The Salvation Army Kroc Center kindly expects all staff to conduct themselves in a manner aligned with our Core Commitments of being caring, ethical, inclusive, rational, respectful and serving with integrity. Leadership staff are expected to support ensuring these same values are upheld by customers, members and clients.


• Serve as program-area supervisor for Aquatics during after hour Weekend Summer Parties: providing leadership over operations of the facility and staff.


• To provide support to the Aquatics Manager, Assistant Manager, and Aquatics Coordinators in oversight of the aquatics department, focusing on programming, personnel, and the maintenance of daily operations.


• Will be required to be lifeguard. Provide supervision for aquatics employees & mentor support staff in carrying out supervision of employees.


• Maintain inventory and upkeep of aquatics equipment and supplies for programs and member usage.


• Maintain policies, procedures and operations reflective of current laws & aquatics industry standards.


• Assist with the enforcement of guidelines relevant to the Aquatics department


• Maintain Emergency Action Plan for department, updated to meet current industry standards.


• Respond to member/ guest injuries, activating EMS as appropriate and reporting incidents as directed.


• Attend/Assist/Lead staff meetings as assigned.


• Support Aquatics Management and serve as program-area supervisor when on shift for Aquatics: providing leadership over operations of the Aquatics programs and facilities.


• Assist in creation, development, and implementation of community based educational opportunities and programs.


• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Ability to swim 500 yards continuously in under 10 minutes.


• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.


• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects and reach overheadAbility to lift and carry 50 lbs.


• Must be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of all aquatic areas.

Minimum Qualifications     

• Must be at least 20 years of age. Minimum two years’ experience as lifeguard, preferably with one year of experience overseeing people or programs.


• Must possess and maintain current certificates in CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPR Pro), Oxygen Administration, and Lifeguarding. Preferred American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) or above.Prefer candidates with Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certificate from nationally recognized organization or verify enrollment in first 90 days of hire. *The TSA will cover this Positions CPO cert if not already certified. Requirement for hire.


• Possess significant experience working at a large public pool facility.


• Documented knowledge of principles and techniques of aquatic instruction and coaching, Safety protocol (First Aid, CPR, water rescues & lifeguarding); personnel and program supervision; and facility oversight.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Must be able to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and split shifts from June – September; and other off-seasonal time periods.


• Ability to prioritize and address projects, which may conflict, in a time-sensitive manner.


• Ability to communicate effectively; ability to interact with co-workers, management, leadership, and the public in a positive, productive manner.


• Ability to analyze problems and reach acceptable and workable solutions; implement effectively.


• Ability to present oneself in a professional manner; ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in relation to information and documentation.


• Ability to read, write, and communicate well in English required; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.


• Have a philosophy of education that is consistent with that of the Kroc Center and The Salvation Army.


• Have the ability to work with children, adults, and other staff in a capacity of leadership, counseling, and education.


• Must have the ability to swim with proficiency and endurance.