Lead Lifeguard - Vdara

Las Vegas, Nevada

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB:

As a Lead Lifeguard for Pool at Vdara, you will provide leadership and support within a serene, boutique pool environment by ensuring the safety, comfort, and overall enjoyment of every guest. You will model exceptional guest service through a welcoming, attentive approach while overseeing lifeguard operations, maintaining safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with all procedures and standards. By understanding guests’ individual needs and creating a calm, well‑managed atmosphere, you will help deliver personalized experiences and memorable WOW moments that reflect Vdara’s focus on relaxation, wellness, and elevated hospitality.

THE STARTING RATE: $17.87 Hourly

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Oversee the pool staff to meet safety standards, service delivery, cleanliness and ambiance; work with supporting departments to meet operational needs of the area.

• Ensure the staff is providing safety by watching over water and deck areas and responding to emergency situations; adhere to company policies and legal requirements regarding safety, health, and welfare of guests, employees, and the property.

• Report all guests and employee incidents/accidents to a supervisor and complete needed documentation.

• Ensure the staff is proactively greeting and interacting with guests while adhering to company service standards.

• Assist guests with pool side needs to include seating, towels, hours of operations, ADA requirements, amenities, directions and other needs.

• Respond and resolve guest needs in a timely manner and creatively solve problems with the ability to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and resolve potential difficulties.

• Supervise the completion of daily pool set-up and breakdown needs, cleaning, linen distribution and maintaining attentiveness to the environment to enhance guest experience.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Must be 16 years of age or older

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

• 1+ Years of Prior Relevant Lifeguard Experience in resort setting experience preferred

• Availability to work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays preferred

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally

• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more

• Free meals in our employee dining room

• Free parking on and off shift

• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)

• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

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Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!