East Bank Club

Head Lifeguard

East Bank Club  •  $20/hr  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Overseeing pools to facilitate a safe and well-run environment for all members. Has knowledge of rules and answer any questions. Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations. Has the necessary skills to enforce pool guidelines with a kind member service approach, and lead staff by example and making assignment adjustments as necessary. Leads Summer Incentive programming including positive praise systems. Must run/assist in running monthly In-Service meetings for Lifeguarding staff.

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour. This is considered an entry level position.

Schedule:

  • 30 hours per week. 15 administrative, 15 lifeguarding
  • Monday-Saturday availability required

Essential Functions:

  • Maintain an on-deck presence in our 4th Level Indoor Pool; and Outdoor Pools during summer season
  • Provides training for new lifeguards and mentorship for all lifeguards
  • Adjust and communicate assignments to lifeguards as weather and attendance change needs
  • Ensure that lifeguards are at assigned areas and performing to EBC standards, offer direction and guidance as needed.
  • Communicate staff performance issues to Director of Aquatics
  • Schedule and run in-service training for Aquatics staff
  • Teach or Co-Teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding (shallow water) certification classes
  • Give breaks to lifeguards throughout shifts
  • Observing assigned pool and pool area
  • Member service recovery for any issues that arise in or around pool areas
  • Relay any member relations problems to supervisors or management
  • Controlling all actions around pool
  • Enforcing all posted pool guidelines
  • Enforcing Children’s Rules and age restrictions
  • Keeping pool area and all pool storage areas clean and organized
    • Picking up towels
    • Moving Chairs
    • Clean/ scrub pool, waterline to expansion joint
    • Clean any part of the pool that is dirty throughout entire shift
    • Vacuuming pools any time necessary
    • Shut down pool and perform necessary cleanup whenever needed
    • Arranging equipment and swim aids
  • Assist Aerobics and Swim Instructors in setting up or facilitating classes including taking attendance
  • Displays appropriate body language and greets members as they come to the pool
  • Initiate and run employee incentive programs
  • Suggests new programs and ideas for improvement
  • Noticing small details around pool area that need attention

Marginal Functions:

  • Member relations
  • Reassigning staff when pool attendance demands including sending guards home
  • Communicate problems or potential problems to supervisors
  • Maintaining open communication with lifeguards
  • Referring employees to managers when appropriate

Other Job Functions:

  • All other job duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

  • Maintains current Red Cross Lifeguarding. (Current America Heart Association and Ellis certifications will be accepted until Red Cross certifications can be obtained.)
  • Acquire Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification within 30 days after hire.
  • Ability to lead by example
  • Time management skills
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Ability to deal with members’ complaints
  • Organization
  • Positive attitude

Benefits

Time Off & Retirement

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) with company match up to 3%
  • Value Sharing (Profit sharing)
  • Holiday Bonus
  • Paid Parental Leave


Health & Wellness:

  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • HSA and FSA enrollment options
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability options
  • Life Insurance: Basic coverage equivalent to annual income, with voluntary options for additional coverage
  • Long-Term Care options: Coverage up to 50% of annual income
  • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Pet Insurance through MetLife


Employee Perks:

  • Free workout privileges
  • Employee discounts in the Pro Shop, Spa & Salon services and in the Market
  • Parking and transit benefits (pre-tax deduction)
  • Access to Tickets at Work discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement

East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug/smoke-free workplace.

East Bank Club

About East Bank Club

A veritable Chicago institution, East Bank Club is recognized as the country's most gracious and dynamic fitness, sports and dining facility. Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, the Club opened its doors in 1980 and employs more than 400 employees.

East Bank Club has set the standard for first-class hospitality and excellence in the fitness industry, a standard exemplified by each employee. The bonds employees create with fellow staff, members and the Club itself keep members and employees returning day after day.

Career options at the Club include positions in customer service, fitness, spa and salon, and food and beverage, among many other opportunities. Each and every employee is a valued and vital member of the East Bank Club team.

East Bank Club employees find pride in the Club's status as an industry leader. The Club is considered the gold standard in the industry, with state-of-the-art equipment, extensive programming, a wide array of amenities, and excellent and highly qualified staff.

Employees are encouraged to utilize the Club’s workout facilities to fully embrace the Club’s ethos to live well. In addition, the Club offers highly competitive wages and benefits.

East Bank Club employees are committed to helping our members live well. More than half of the Club’s employees have been committed to this goal for five years or more. That is what happens when you work for an industry leader. That is what happens when your employer sets the standard. That is what happens when you focus on health that goes beyond fitness. It takes a simple commitment. Are you ready?

Industry
Arts & Entertainment
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Year Founded
1980
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