LEAD AQUATICS OPERATOR / HEAD LIFEGUARD III

About the role

Tooele City is looking for a motivated, service-driven individual to join our leadership team as a full-time regular Lead Aquatics Operator / Head Lifeguard III. This isn't just a lifeguard role - it's an opportunity to mentor, train, and inspire the next generation of aquatics staff while helping create a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for our community. The Pratt Aquatic Center is an indoor facility open year round and we are closed on Sundays. This full-time regular opportunity includes a full benefit package and provides you with the opportunity to turn your passion into a career. Grow your career in aquatics, recreation, and leadership; if you're ready to help fulfil the City's mission to enhance residents' quality of life and enjoy a career where you can lead, serve, and grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Aquatics Superintendent providing leadership to on-duty staff, ensuring patron safety, enforcing facility rules, and responding to emergencies or unusual situations.
• Trains, mentors, and develops a strong, confident lifeguard and swim instructor team.
• Delivers exceptional customer service to patrons of all ages.
• Coordinates staff schedules.
• Develops, coordinates, and oversees a variety of aquatics programs such as swim lessons, lifeguard training, swim team, and other special events, as assigned.

Skills

• A leader passionate about developing competent lifeguards and swim instructors.
• Strong commitment to safety, service, and teamwork.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.
• Flexible schedule (evenings, weekends, and holidays required).

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED (advanced education in exercise science, parks and recreation or similar field work is a plus).
• Current Lifeguard, WSI Water Safety Instructor, CPR for the professional rescuer, and First Aid certifications (or ability to obtain).
• Prior aquatics experience with increasing responsibility preferred.
• Valid driver's license, 12 months driver experience, and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain Lifeguard Instructor Certification within 12 months and Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT) within 12–18 months.
• Ability to pass a background check and work in a position of trust around youth and vulnerable adults.

Benefits

Full benefit package.

Schedule

The Pratt Aquatic Center is an indoor facility open year round and closed on Sundays. This role requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.