Lifeguard Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 31, 2026. Premier Aquatics scores B on the Alion truth index.
PART-TIME/HOURLY
TEAM MEMBERS ELIGIBLE FOR RAISE AFTER EVERY 60 SHIFTS
COMPENSATION
$18.00-$21.00/hour
Seasonal, hourly / Part-time, hourly
SUMMARY
Embark on the role of Lifeguard Manager, where you will assume leadership in overseeing the safety and quality of of Premier's day-to-day operations at the Aliso Viejo Aquatic Center. Your responsibilities include improving the skill set of lifeguards daily via mentorship and audits, supervising the lifeguard and customer service staff, conducting efficient training sessions, ensuring day-of satisfaction of birthday party reservations, and ensuring rigorous enforcement of facility rules. You will demonstrate elevated customer service skills and contribute to the seamless execution of opening and closing procedures. Elevate the standard of safety and professionalism in our aquatic environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Ensure the safety of all visitors by enforcing facility policies
- Ensure Head Lifeguards/Lifeguards are effectively scanning and responding
- Managers may facilitate daily operations at multiple locations
- Fill in as a tower guard as needed
- Patron interaction and satisfaction
- Respond to emergencies, and provide backup assistance, or appropriate care as needed
- Communicate with staff members and collaborate with other management teams
- The general facility setup, inventory, and restocking
- Complete daily reports
- Establish professional relationships with co-workers and patrons
- Conflict resolution with employees and patrons
- Conduct in-service training and evaluations
- Embrace a dynamic workday and a willingness to step into a variety of positions
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum
- Be able to work a minimum of 3 days a week and have weekend and holiday availability
- 1 year of lifeguard experience or equivalent management experience
- Be able to obtain and maintain a StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Certification
- Swimming proficiency and feels comfortable submerging in deeps exceeding 14 feet
Preferred
- Have 2 or more years of lifeguard/management experience
- Ability to work weekdays and weekends
- Strong customer service skills
Physical
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for 8 hours a day
- Work in an outdoor environment exposed to natural elements
- Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job and to move or lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be physically able to rescue someone drowning or injured in the water
- May be exposed to prolonged periods of being outdoors
Benefits
WHAT SETS PREMIER AQUATICS APART?
Exciting Opportunities: Immerse yourself in a career not just about lifeguarding - it's about creating memorable experiences by the water.
Professional Development: Elevate your skills with our exclusive leadership training and safety credentials, designed to boost your career and set you apart.
Team Spirit: Join a community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for water safety and having a great time while doing it.
Our company is an at-will employer. This means that, regardless of any provision, either you or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause for notice.
Our company is committed to equal employment opportunities. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.