Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

The Aquatics Lead will be cross disciplined in all aspects of the aquatics department including Lifeguarding, Swim Lessons, Educational Programming and Coaching. This Aquatic Lead position is a seasonal early spring-summer position starting the beginning of April through the end of August and requires set hours as assigned by the Aquatics Manager and based on programming needs.

Essential Functions

• To provide support to the Aquatics Manager, Assistant Manager, and Aquatics Coordinators in oversight of the aquatics department, focusing on programming, personnel, and the maintenance of daily operations.
• To know, explain and exemplify the mission, purpose, and values of the Kroc Center and The Salvation Army (TSA).
• Support Aquatics Management and serve as program-area lead when on shift for Aquatics: providing leadership over operations of the Aquatics programs and facilities.
• Assist in creation, development, and implementation of community based educational opportunities and programs.
• Will be required to lifeguard, instruct, and coach aquatics programs.
• Provide supervision to aquatics employees (lifeguards, swim instructors).
• Maintain inventory and upkeep of aquatics equipment and supplies for programs and member usage.
• Maintain policies, procedures, and operations reflective of current laws & aquatics industry standards.
• Assist with the enforcement of guidelines relevant to the Aquatics department.
• Maintain Emergency Action Plan for department, updated to meet current industry standards.
• Respond to member/ guest injuries, activating EMS as appropriate and reporting incidents as directed.
• Attend/Assist staff meetings as assigned.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Ability to swim 500 yards continuously under 10 minutes.
• Ability to demonstrate all four competitive strokes and racing starts.
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects and reach overhead.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Must be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of all aquatic’s areas.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum three years’ seasonal experience as swim instructor and lifeguard, preferably with some experience overseeing people or programs.
• Must possess and maintain current certificates in American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) or above; CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPR Pro), Oxygen Administration, and Lifeguarding.
• Prefer American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification or verify enrollment in first 90 days of hire.
• Completion of in-house chemical handling training.
• Prefer candidates with documented experience and skill in swim lesson instruction.
• Possess experience working at a large public pool facility.
• Documented knowledge of principles and techniques of aquatic instruction and coaching, Safety protocol (First Aid, CPR, water rescues & lifeguarding); personnel and program supervision; and facility oversight.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Must be able to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and split shifts.
• Ability to prioritize and address projects, which may conflict, in a time-sensitive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively; ability to interact with co-workers, management, leadership, and the general public in a positive, productive manner.
• Ability to analyze problems and reach acceptable and workable solutions; implement effectively.
• Ability to present oneself in a professional manner; ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in relation to information and documentation.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate well in English required; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Demonstrate the ability to relate positively and energetically with staff, clients, members and customers.
• Have the ability to work with children, adults, and other staff in a capacity of leadership, counseling, and education.
• Must have the ability to swim with proficiency and endurance.