Head Lifeguard*

Head Lifeguard• City of Richmond, VA - 3.5 Richmond, VA Job Details Full-time $44,616.00 - $61,006.40 a year 1 day ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Referral program Qualifications Lifeguard Training Lifeguard Certification Lifeguard experience Full Job Description Are you Richmond

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time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements: Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Language Incentive Referral Bonus T uition Assistance Program Description The City of Richmond Department of Parks Recreation and Community Facilities is seeking a highly qualified and energetic candidate to fill the position of Head Lifeguard. The position will report to the Swimming Pool Manager who oversees the swimming pool location. This position involves the daily operations of an aquatic's recreation facility including patron safety, supervising staff, leading programs, and day to day operations. Duties include but are not limited to In absence of Pool Manager supervises full-time and temporary staff at assigned pool(s). Recommends selection, assigns and evaluates work, trains, and recommends discipline if necessary. Assist with overseeing and training facility staff on building operations, customer service and other training as needed. Instructing swimming and water fitness classes. Coordinates facility programs, staff schedules, breaks, and rotation charts. Administering and assuring compliance with rules and regulations to prevent injuries and assists lifeguards with pool monitoring and rescue as needed. Completes basic pool maintenance and maintains critical safety records. Maintains pool chemistry, safety equipment, conducts scheduled pool chemical checks, directs facility clean up when needed. Assist with scheduling and leading in-service and scheduled training. Incumbents supervise staff including conducting performance evaluations, tracking attendance, and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures. Assist with registration and payments for programs. Ensures public safety in and around the pool by actively surveying the entire pool, the pool deck, and surrounding areas for patrons needing assistance. Assists the Swimming Pool Manager in the day-to-day operation of the assigned pool(s), which may include filling out required paperwork, assisting with facility maintenance and cleanliness, and providing safety instructions Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED or vocational training Three years of lifeguard experience An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification. LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

CPO/AFO certification Lifeguard certification WSI certification First Aid and CPR/AED certification Water Aerobics certification Bilingual with Spanish as a second language is a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

TYPICAL

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary. Knowledge (some combination of the following): Lifeguard practices, actions, skills Swim strokes (e.g. arm pull, flutter kick) Emergency Action Plan (EAP) Basic first aid knowledge CPR Basic water chemistry knowledge Basic knowledge of water exercise Operate equipment such as stereos, water exercise equipment (e.g. dumbbells, noodles, exercise balls, etc.), handicap chair lifts, pool pumps/chemical feeders, pool vacuums, skimmers, shepherd's crooks, rescue tubes, ring buoys, first aid equipment (such as AED's, backboards, pocket masks, bag valve masks), and credit/debit card machines Use software such as RecTrac/WebTrac, Rapids/Oracle, and SABA (Red Cross Instructor Programming) Skills (some combination of the following): Swimming with excellent proficiency Administering first aid and CPR Operating an AED (Automated External Defibrillation) Maintaining situational awareness and full awareness of the pool area Providing customer service to people of varying backgrounds Teaching swimming skills to people of all ages Written and oral communication Public speaking Abilities (some combination of the following): Physically perform the duties of a lifeguard such as swimming, towing in a person, rescuing a person, and performing lifesaving measures if necessary Perform water safety rescues in shallow and deep water Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at . This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company . The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program. With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice". The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.