Head Lifeguard Swim Instructor - Private Country Club

Company: The Tuxedo Club
Location: Tuxedo Park
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Summary The Head Lifeguard/Swim Instructor provides supervision, leadership and ensures safety while delivering exceptional Member experiences at the pool facility. Maintaining levels of standard with regard to the rules and regulations of The Tuxedo Club is a priority and coordination and communication is crucial for this position. Duties and Responsibilities as Head Lifeguard Including but not limited to: Supervises lifeguard staff during shifts, manages rotations, and ensures staff are in proper uniform and actively watching the water. Performs daily safety checks, maintains water chemistry, and addresses hazards immediately. Inventories supplies as needed, reports maintenance needs, schedules staff, and elevates Members concerns to managers in a timely fashion. Ensure the appropriate steps are taken to maintain the safety of members and guests. Respond quickly to lead or assist in executing the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) during critical incidents providing first aid in the event of injury, rescuing swimmers in danger or distress and administering CPR. Ensure all New York State health and safety standards are met and maintained by following the NYS Health and Safety codes. Complete daily operations form at both opening and closing of every shift Assist the Pool Director with: Maintain all necessary records required by the state of New York. Maintain all necessary records/forms/sign in sheets required by the Club Maintain proper balances and record all pool chemicals to meet Health Department requirements Maintain the cleanliness of the entire aquatics operation including (but not limited to) the cabana, changing rooms, bathrooms, and seating area. Monitor activity in the pool & surrounding area to ensure the safety of Members and guests. Report any maintenance issues to the appropriate personnel. Enforce all pool safety rules in a professional manner and maintain a clean & organized area. Assist guests with questions related to pool activities. Assist with pool setup and breakdown as needed. Maintain a proactive mindset with regards to children's entertainment. This job description in no way states or implies that this position is limited to the aforementioned duties. You may be required to perform other job-related duties assigned by your Supervisor, or Director. Duties and Responsibilities as Swim Instructor Schedule all swimming lessons with appropriate staff. Teach water safety, swimming strokes, skills and techniques to various ages & abilities in group or private lessons. Evaluate for progress & provide constructive feedback. Qualifications Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required Current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED required Current WSI Certification, recommended Prior teaching experience preferred (swim lessons) Must be outgoing, energetic, hands-on with attention to detail Must be able to enforce rules and regulations in a professional manner Positive attitude and excellent communication skills Must be able to stand for long periods of time & ability to work independently Must be able to work varied shifts which include weekdays, evenings, weekends and holidays Compensation and Benefits Competitive Hourly Pay Eligible for Holiday Bonus Employee Meals Working Conditions As a Lifeguard you may be in a full time or part time hourly position. It is expected that, at times, you may have to work in the evenings, weekends, and /or holidays. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. May need to work in wet or humid conditions, near moving parts, near fumes or airborne particles, in extreme non-weather heat, and in extreme non-weather cold Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk and /or hear Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception Employees must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs multiple times per day, and push a cart weighing up to 100lbs Expect to be on their feet for up to 6 hours at a time Must practice proper body mechanics and use appropriate personal protective equipment to avoid injury Equal Employment Opportunity : The Tuxedo Club does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor The Tuxedo Club is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources Manager, Jessica Roman at 845-351-4791

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