Overview

The primary role of a Lead Lifeguard is to ensure the safety of all Suncadia & Tumble Creek Club members, their families and guests that are utilizing the pool facility and provide leadership to the Lifeguard team.  As a team member at Suncadia, you'll participate in building teamwork, effectiveness of services, and the overall character of the resort experience. As a Lead you'll also plan and facilitate trainings for other Lifeguards.

Salary: $19.50/hour

This is a Seasonal position with targeted start and end dates:

• Season Start: 5/3/2026
• Season End: 9/19/2026

Why join our team?

At Suncadia, we adore the warm, wandering light of a Washington summer. Our summer season requires a team of engaged and attentive ambassadors to craft meaningful experiences that spark connection and adventure for our residents, guests, and community. Are you ready for the ultimate summer job on the sunny side of the Cascades? Find your nature with us this summer and who knows, maybe you’ll discover you want to stay awhile!

Interested? Don’t forget about our incredible perks for seasonal team members:

• Free Golf
• Team Member discounts on services at the Glade Spring Spa
• 50% off at all Suncadia operated Food & Beverage outlets
• Retail discounts at the Spa, Pro Shops, Source Mercantile, and Health Clubs
• Got a couple of open days and want to get out of town? Enjoy Team Member Discounts on hotel stays across the CoralTree Hospitality portfolio
• All team members are eligible for and accrue Paid Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• All team members 18-years of age or older are eligible for a 401K plan with company match after 90 days of employment.
• Discounts on rental cars, tickets, electronics, and more!

There's no place like Suncadia.

A premier all-season resort community, Suncadia is tucked away on the sunny slopes of the Cascade mountains and offers guests three distinctive choices in hotel, Inn and private home accommodations. With more than 6,000 acres of forested mountain landscape, Suncadia features 40+ miles of hiking and biking trails, thirty-six holes of golf, a luxury spa, and the 2.2 million-acre Wenatchee Washington National Forest right next door. Plus, unparalleled activities like outdoor concerts, fine dining, swimming, and more.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and enforce pool rules in swimming areas.
• Plan and facilitate both lifeguard instruction courses and in-services
• Be alert and focused at all times when on duty at the pools or water slides.
• Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer first aid.
• Clean the pool and sauna regularly of loose debris and vacuum on daily basis.
• Perform daily opening, closing or mid-shift checklists to ensure all aspects of the pool operations are being administered.
• Assist with general pool, facility and locker room cleanliness.
• May inspect equipment daily and report any maintenance and repair needed.
• Administer public health and safety policies according to facility standard operating procedures and emergency action plans
• Ensure member and associate safety in all areas of the club through awareness and on-going safety training.
• Personally greet each club member as they enter facilities with a smile and their first or last name, depending on their preference.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communications and coordination with other departments.
• Attends weekly, monthly or quarterly team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work a varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Current American Red Cross or Ellis Lifeguard Certification
• Current Certification in CPR & First Aid
• Previous Lifeguarding experince required
• Strong organizational skills and oral and written communication skills
• Energetic self-starter with strong work ethic
• Proven ability to meet and work with the public
• Ability to engage in social conversation with members and guests to promote positive relations
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks with a smile

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