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Job Attributes
Requisition ID:
R-6475
Job Category:
Other
Job Type:
Part Time
Job Location:
1760 North Hicks Road
Palatine, IL 60074
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Apply Now Head Lifeguard Job in Palatine
Midtown is looking for a Head Lifeguard to add to our world-class team.
Learn more about our beautiful Palatine club here: Midtown Palatine, IL | Fitness Club and Gym
Position Summary
As an integral part of the aquatics and lifeguard team, our Head Lifeguards inspire members through movement, community, and personal attention. They encourage active, social, and healthier lives by:
Demonstrating sound leadership, professionalism, resilience, and optimism
Engaging more members in more programs and with more lifeguards
Developing and maintaining aquatics areas to promote an enjoyable experience
Monitoring lifeguards and ensuring they are following safety protocols
Maintain a safe swimming environment by enforcing all rules and regulations of the pool and surrounding area.
Recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations.
Perform water rescues and administer basic first aid as needed.
Inspect the facility on a daily basis and report any unsafe conditions or faulty equipment to your manager.
Direct swimmers in and out of the pool in hazardous conditions.
Maintain a clean environment in and around the pool.
Our Head Lifeguards:
Have at least two or more years of lifeguard supervisory experience
Are able to effectively provide associate training and development
Possess nationally recognized certifications in aquatics including: CPR/AED, First Aid, CPO, AFO or equivalent (Preferred)
Possess ability to provide multisensory instruction: auditory, visual, tactile, kinesthetic
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver information clearly, concisely, and timely
Compensation: $18-20/hour
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Us
We work at Midtown to inspire people to transform their lives‐and we do our job well. Our members stay longer than any other major athletic club chain in North America because we are committed to providing resort-like environments, personal attention, and active communities at every one of our clubs. We believe all three of those pillars start with attracting and growing rock star talent at every level of our organization.
Our Commitment to Candidates
We're committed to creating a positive experience for every candidate who considers a career at Midtown. Whether you join our team or pursue another path, we want you to feel respected and appreciated, because, at Midtown, we believe every interaction is an opportunity to live our core values. Since many of our roles are member-facing, the interview process may vary by department and location. We're currently working to standardize this process to ensure greater transparency for all candidates and will update our site once it's finalized.
Associate Benefits
Members of the Midtown team receive:
- Complimentary club membership
- Discounts on Midtown products and services
- Professional development allowance
- Health insurance for eligible full-time associates
- And more
