Duncan Sherriff
North Little Rock,Arkansas
Summary
Personable and energetic individual with passion for aquatics, team leadership, and teaching. Possesses comprehensive understanding of water safety procedures and lifeguard training, coupled with skills in program development and staff management. Dedicated to creating safe and fun environment for staff & guests.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Trainer
Self
07.2024 - Current
- Developed customized fitness plans for goals specific to the individual.
- Developed personalized nutrition macro plans.
- Instruct on exercise technique
- Maintained detailed records of all client interactions including progress notes, goal tracking updates allowing for easy assessment adjustments when needed.
Pro TFT Player/Coach/Content Creator
Self
10.2019 - Current
- Produced over 1000 videos with a total 40 Million+ views on YouTube.
- Produce over $100,000 of sales annually for my partners on Amazon through shopable videos.
- For 4 years in a row I ranked in the Top 250 TFT Players in North America (2 million total players).
- I used my skills from my previous work as an instructor, and combined them with my TFT talent to coach other TFT players.
Lifeguard Instructor/Leadership Coach
Magic Springs
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Led all of the preseason, and the majority of in-season lifeguard classes.
- Assisted new management in documentation for Ellis & Associates, such as lifeguard zones, EAPs, etc.
- Developed all outlines for lifeguard classes, supervisor daily checklists, and in-service training.
- Provided mentorship to new supervisors and management, guiding their professional growth throughout my employment.
National Staff Auditor
Ellis & Associates
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Traveled all around the country, and performed safety audits on 50+ aquatic facilities ranging from community pools to commercial water parks.
- Covertly filmed aquatic staff to test readiness, conducted rescue drills with lifeguards, and reviewed all safety documentation with local management.
- Performed remedial training with local staff when necessary.
- Conducted lifeguard classes with our new clients.
Water Park Manager
Magic Springs
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Led all preseason lifeguard classes, and created outlines for all in-season training.
- Managed day to day operations, such as staffing, positioning, equipment checks, and safety drills
- Performed administrative duties for 100+ employees, such as scheduling, payroll, etc.
- Managed park staff effectively, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Led daily staff meetings.
- Led the Water Park to a Gold Safety Rating from Ellis & Associates.
- Collaborated with other department leads to ensure our whole park would be successful, not just my department.
- Acted as Hiring Manager & House Lead for the Halloween season.
- Resolved visitor concerns swiftly, maintaining positive public relations and park reputation.
Water Park Supervisor
Magic Springs
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Managed day to day operations, such as positioning, breaking logistics, and safety documentation.
- Performed daily checks of safety equipment.
- Conducted lifeguard classes, and in-service training.
- First responder to medical emergencies.
- Greeted guests, and addressed any complaints they may have.
- Performed round the clock walkthroughs of the park to ensure staff have what they need, and to ensure guest safety & satisfaction
- Conducted daily safety audits of staff to ensure readiness.
- Collaborated with the maintenance team to ensure timely repairs and upkeep of all facilities.
- Acted as Hiring Manager & House Lead for the Halloween season.
Head Lifeguard
Magic Springs
02.2013 - 02.2014
- Supervised a pool or zone of the water park daily.
- Mentored new lifeguards.
- Led teams of lifeguards during safety training.
- Performed daily safety checklists of equipment, and facilities.
- Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Responded to life-threatening emergencies and provided first aid.
- Exceeded the standard in every safety drill conducted by Ellis & Associates.
- Acted as a Screams Actor during the Halloween season.
Lifeguard
Magic Springs
02.2012 - 02.2013
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Hamilton
Pearcy, AR05-2014
Skills
- Team leadership qualities
- Strong communication skills
- CPR & AED certified for 9 years, and certified as an instructor for 6 years
- Excellent pubic speaker
- Gifted in teaching
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Staff supervision experience
- Emergency response preparedness
- Excellent with computers
Accomplishments
- Exceeded the standard for all individual safety audits.
- Received the Gold Safety Rating from Ellis & Associates as a team 7 years in a row.
- Performed 50+ national safety audits with 0 complaints from clients.
- Taught 50+ Lifeguard classes over my Aquatics Career
Certification
- Current NASM Certified Personal Trainer.
- Current NASM CPR and AED certified.
- Previous E&A Lifeguard Instructor (6 years).
- Previous E&A CPR & AED Certified (8 Years).
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Self
07.2024 - Current
Pro TFT Player/Coach/Content Creator
Self
10.2019 - Current
Lifeguard Instructor/Leadership Coach
Magic Springs
02.2019 - 08.2019
National Staff Auditor
Ellis & Associates
02.2018 - 11.2018
Water Park Manager
Magic Springs
02.2016 - 02.2018
Water Park Supervisor
Magic Springs
02.2014 - 02.2016
Head Lifeguard
Magic Springs
02.2013 - 02.2014
Lifeguard
Magic Springs
02.2012 - 02.2013
High School Diploma -
Lake Hamilton
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