Lead Lifeguard

Position Title: Head Lifeguard

Department: Beach Activity

Reports To: Beach Supervisor

FSLA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

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Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Constantly and consistently exhibit Ocean House core values and standards of behavior including adherence to the Forbes 5-Star standards.
• Provide constant and focused attention to guests engaged in water activities and respond immediately and swiftly to any sign of emergency or potential danger.
• Engage in pleasant conversation with guests only to the extent that it does not interfere with ability to monitor the safety of others.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Complete required reports and paperwork as directed by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned provided they do not interfere with the ability to provide focus on safety of the guests.
• Assist in the cleaning and the setup of the Beach (i.e burying the seaweed, lining up chairs, cleaning at the end of the day)
• Lead as example and trainer for the other lifeguard
• Propose Schedule to AMD on Tuesday for approval
• Manage and maintain the safety equipment required on the beach

Qualifications:

Education: None HS Diploma or GED College Degree

Other __________________________________________

Certifications/Licenses : Certified in water lifesaving as required by local and state law.

Certified in basic first aid and CPR.

Past Work Experience: Prior lifeguarding experience required, preferably in a luxury setting.

Communication: Must speak clearly and understandably.

Physical Requirements:

Environment: Performance of duties occurs outdoors during warm to hot weather with constant exposure to sun and the elements.

Must be able to perform strenuous life saving activity at a moment’s notice in pressure situations.

Body Mechanics: Position requires sitting, standing and walking. Must be able to maintain focus on specified area for prolonged periods of time without becoming easily distracted.

Requires strength necessary to perform life saving techniques which include lifting, bending, stooping, pulling, pushing and carrying including doing so while swimming.

Acknowledgement and Receipt:

I acknowledge and understand that:

• Receipt of this job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind, and that my employment is at-will.
• This job description provides a general summary of the position described, that the contents of this job description are job requirements and, at this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.
• Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be altered, eliminated and/or supplemented at any time. I further understand that other reasonable duties may be assigned as needed.
• Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of Ocean House.
• I have read and understand this job description.

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