A Look Into Working at Kalamazoo Country Club

Working at Kalamazoo Country Club offers a blend of tradition and community engagement. Employees are part of a team dedicated to providing top-notch experiences, whether through championship-grade golf, fine dining, or hosting events. The club values excellence, family, and creating memorable moments for members and guests. You will benefit from a supportive environment that emphasizes quality service and professional growth. With unrivaled benefits and opportunities to interact with club members and across departments, it is a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding place to work.

What You’ll Be Doing

May include but not limited to:

• Implement all water safety policies and procedures. Supervise members and guests in and around the swimming pool.
• Supervise and observe swimmers to ensure their safety.
• Enforce rules of conduct at the pool.
• Administer care to swimmers’ minor injuries such as small cuts and bruises.
• Enforce rules of conduct at the pool.
• Assist in instructing private swimming lessons for members.
• Organize and monitor pool games; suggest pool-side games.
• Implements all pool safety equipment/first aid supplies and reports needed items.
• Maintain amenities and cleanliness of showers, bathrooms, pool/pool deck.
• Perform required pool pre-opening and closing duties.
• Maintain all necessary records determined by the Aquatics Manager.
• Attend all meetings as directed by the Aquatics Manager.
• Inform manager about unresolved member or guest disruptions that could cause a safety problem.
• Perform other appropriate tasks assigned by the Aquatics Manager.

What You Need for this Position

• PREFERED: Certifications and/or previous experience
• Some High School education required
• Ability to swim laps and dive to the bottom of the pool
• Ability to receive Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate
• Ability to receive American Red Cross Professional CPR/AED Certification
• Adequate knowledge of and training in pool chemistry, rescue and surveillance techniques, CPR/AED and blood-borne pathogens
• Participates in pool safety programs and risk management
• Employs only those methods and teaching techniques outlined and approved by the American Red Cross
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Pool hours: 10am - 8pm daily (shifts starting at 6am for lessons)
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach, walk, stand, stoop, climb stairs, balance and/or crouch.
• Continuous repetitive motions.
• Physical exertion over long periods of time.
• Push, pull and lift 50 pounds.
• Working conditions are often, hot, humid slippery and wet.
• Able to work in a busy, noisy environment.
• Able to tolerate the smell of chlorine and frequent exposure to cleaning agents.

What’s in it for You

• Robust Employee Assistance Program providing a wide range of services including up to 7 free counseling sessions per year
• Health and Wellness reimbursement up to $600 annually for items like massages, gym memberships, running shoes etc.
• 10% Discount on GHG outlets
• Discounted hotel rates at Radisson Hotel Group branded properties worldwide
• Parental Leave Program (Full-Time Option)
• 401K with 100% match up to 3% (Full-Time option)
• Medical/Dental/Vision  (Full-Time option)

Top Reasons to Work With GHG

• We are one of the Nation's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to work for
• You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team that is fun, high-energy, and passionate about the success of the country club
• You will grow your skills and experience with a reputable hospitality company