Head Lifeguard - Recreation Leader

Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the Head Lifeguard position includes the following duties:

• Reports to the Aquatics Coordinator and Pool Managers
• Ensures exceptional safety standards are always maintained to protect the patrons and staff of the aquatic facilities.
• Effective response to emergencies.
• Enforcement of pool safety policies and procedures
• Assist the Pool Manager and Aquatics Coordinator with operating the facility, performing general office duties, managing lifeguard staff, water quality and balancing, and pump and filtration monitoring.
• Head Lifeguard staff are required to be available starting in early May for training and pool set‑up. The pools are open mid‑May through Labor Day weekend. The Head Lifeguard staff are expected to be available throughout the entire season unless otherwise noted at hiring.

• Leads with onsite supervision and communication; assists with scheduling, training, and evaluating lifeguard employees.
• Maintains constant supervision of patrons in the facility while providing a safe environment; acts immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons and enforces rules and regulations regarding all areas of the facility.
• Maintains active supervision of patrons in the facility while on duty, and refrains from distractions while on duty.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergencies immediately following the facility Emergency Action Plan.
• Knows, understands, and consistently enforces safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic facility. Rules are explained and applied in a courteous, professional, and firm manner.
• Ensures pool area cleanliness including pool deck, building interior and exterior, and restrooms. Remove safety hazards, ensure water quality, and report any issues to the Pool Manager, Aquatics Coordinator, and/or Recreation Supervisor.
• Implements the emergency action plan and provides emergency care and treatment as needed.
• Attends all in‑service training including liability, head, neck, and back injuries, first aid, CPR, fitness swimming, and lifeguarding skills.
• Follow procedures for closing the facility due to inclement weather, emergencies, rest periods, drills, and nightly closing.
• Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required.

Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. A typical way to qualify is one year of high school completion and one year of lifeguard experience or equivalent life experience and one year of lifeguard experience is preferred. Must be 17 years of age.

• Licensure or Certification Requirements: Must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguard, or a nationally recognized equivalent, certificate, or ability to obtain before employment. Must have a current CPR, First Aid, and AED certificate, or the ability to obtain before employment. Valid and current Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract to meet criteria for insurability established by the City of Gahanna.

• Maintain high standards of safety in all aquatics operations, always adhering to industry standards.
• Maintains the facility in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Provide availability and scheduling information following assigned deadlines.
• Attend all required pre- and in-service training.
• Always presents a professional appearance and attitude and maintains a high standard of customer service.
• Acts as a role model for other staff.
• Must wear the assigned uniform.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor.

• Principles and practices used in aquatics operations, including water chemistry, chemical application, pump & filtration, etc.
• Basic recreation principles
• Water safety & emergency procedures

• Performing and executing lifeguarding and CPR techniques to the standard of the American Red Cross
• Conflict resolution
• Time management

• Work independently, while being able to lead and supervise others and meet deadlines.
• Adhere to regulations, policies, and procedures required by…