City of Gahanna
Head Lifeguard - Recreation Leader
role at
City of Gahanna
Responsibilities
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
Responds effectively to emergencies
Enforces pool safety policies and procedures
Assists 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 must be available starting in early May for training and pool set‑up; the pools are open mid‑May through Labor Day weekend and 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 patron safety 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 and 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; removes safety hazards, ensures water quality, and reports 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
Follows procedures for closing the facility due to inclement weather, emergencies, rest periods, drills, and nightly closing
Maintains regular, predictable, and punctual attendance
Qualifications
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; 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, and a current CPR, First Aid, and AED certificate; must be able to obtain certifications before employment. Valid and current Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract to meet insurability criteria 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 present a professional appearance and attitude and maintain a high standard of customer service
Act as a role model for other staff
Must wear the assigned uniform
Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of principles and practices used in aquatics operations, including water chemistry, chemical application, pump & filtration, etc.; basic recreation principles; water safety & emergency procedures
Skill in performing and executing lifeguarding and CPR techniques to the standard of the American Red Cross; conflict resolution; time management
Ability to work independently while being able to lead and supervise others and meet deadlines; adhere to regulations, policies, and procedures required by the State of Ohio, Franklin County Board of Health, the City of Gahanna, and all other regulatory/governing bodies; understand and follow oral and written instructions from Pool Manager, Aquatics Coordinator, and Recreation Supervisor; enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures to the public
Working Conditions
The employee is subject to inside and outside environment conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, and atmospheric conditions
Work requires the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly; requires swimming, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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role at
City of Gahanna
Responsibilities
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
Responds effectively to emergencies
Enforces pool safety policies and procedures
Assists 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 must be available starting in early May for training and pool set‑up; the pools are open mid‑May through Labor Day weekend and 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 patron safety 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 and 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; removes safety hazards, ensures water quality, and reports 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
Follows procedures for closing the facility due to inclement weather, emergencies, rest periods, drills, and nightly closing
Maintains regular, predictable, and punctual attendance
Qualifications
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; 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, and a current CPR, First Aid, and AED certificate; must be able to obtain certifications before employment. Valid and current Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract to meet insurability criteria 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 present a professional appearance and attitude and maintain a high standard of customer service
Act as a role model for other staff
Must wear the assigned uniform
Perform other tasks and duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of principles and practices used in aquatics operations, including water chemistry, chemical application, pump & filtration, etc.; basic recreation principles; water safety & emergency procedures
Skill in performing and executing lifeguarding and CPR techniques to the standard of the American Red Cross; conflict resolution; time management
Ability to work independently while being able to lead and supervise others and meet deadlines; adhere to regulations, policies, and procedures required by the State of Ohio, Franklin County Board of Health, the City of Gahanna, and all other regulatory/governing bodies; understand and follow oral and written instructions from Pool Manager, Aquatics Coordinator, and Recreation Supervisor; enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures to the public
Working Conditions
The employee is subject to inside and outside environment conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, and atmospheric conditions
Work requires the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly; requires swimming, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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