Head Lifeguard

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The Department of Parks Recreation and Community Services is actively looking for qualified candidates for the position of Head Lifeguard - Full Time at the Claude Moore Recreation and Community Center! The Head Lifeguard in collaboration with the Aquatics Supervisor oversees part-time staff in their daily responsibilities. The preferred applicant should possess experience in lifeguarding pool chemistry and pump room operations. Exceptional leadership communication and organizational abilities are essential along with a dedicated commitment to enhancing water safety and providing enjoyable aquatic experiences. The Recreation Center includes a competition pool a leisure pool a slide a childrens play area and a hot tub.


We are currently hiring for the following location(s):
Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center Sterling VA


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assist with the recruiting hiring training and supervising of Lifeguard staff.
Maintain records of aquatics staff certifications and assist with new employee orientation for aquatics staff. Performs daily custodial and maintenance duties to ensure a safe clean aquatic facility
Reconfigure pool for activities and events and assist with special events.
Observes and enforces pool rules and regulations.
Assists with clerical duties including utilizing scheduling software maintaining required aquatic facility records and providing excellent customer service.
Monitors the use of aquatic facilities and equipment to ensure visitor and participant safety within the facility and compliance with applicable safety policies and practices.
Rescues distressed persons using rescue techniques and equipment; contacts emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury; provides emergency care and treatment as required.
May carry out additional critical job responsibilities pertinent to the specific role and departmental assignment.


*The work schedule is subject to change based on operational hours and will encompass weekdays evenings and weekends. *

High School diploma or equivalent. One (1) year of direct aquatics experience including aquatics programming and pool facility management working with the public groups and organizations.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Recreation or Leisure Services or a related field.
Prefer 2-year supervisory experience. Lifeguarding Instructor AED and Supplemental Oxygen preferred.
Water Safety Instructor
Certified PTHA CPO/AFO/Certified Pool Operator

Must undergo criminal credit and DMV background checks and reference checks. Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguard Certification. First Aid Certification. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification at time of hire.
Loudoun County approved Pool Operator Certification.

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