Ethan Parmer
Dundee
Summary
Dependable Operations and Customer Success Professional experienced in leadership, coaching, and fast-paced environments. Developed strong communication and multitasking skills while maintaining high standards of service and safety. Committed to leveraging expertise in team coordination and emergency preparedness to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all patrons.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Lead Lifeguard
Chehalem Park & Recreation District
06.2023 - Current
- Supervised team of five lifeguards, ensuring safety for 100 patrons each shift.
- Train and mentor ten lifeguards, including two Lead Lifeguards, on emergency response, customer service, and operational procedures.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring safety for all individuals involved., keeping calm under pressure.
- Open and close the facility, monitor staff performance, and maintain safety and cleanliness standards.
- Resolved patron concerns through effective communication and customer-focused solutions.
- Earned Employee of the Week recognition three times, with five additional nominations for outstanding performance.
Education
High School - Business Communication
Newberg Senior High School
Newberg01-2026
Skills
- ChatGPT
- Emergency response
- Communication
- Coaching skills
- Lifesaving techniques
- Problem solving
- Rescue operations
- Facility upkeep
- Water safety
- Lifeguard certification
- Safety inspections
- Google Sheets
- Microsoft Excel
- Canva
- CapCut
- Adobe Photoshop
- Social Media
- Opening procedures
- Communication skills
- Coaching and mentoring
- Patron management
- Operational procedures
- Issue resolution
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Documented and resolved an issue with a patron where they were being dangerous and disruptive to other people in a open swim which led to me kicking him out which created a safer environment.
Certification
- American Red Cross Lifeguard
- CPR/AED
- First Aid
- Oregon Driver License
Leadership & Coaching
- Volunteer Assistant Track Coach, Newberg High School
- Assisted with practices, athlete development, and meet preparations.
- Youth Soccer Coach
- Coached youth athletes while promoting teamwork, communication, and discipline.
Leadership & Athletic Achievements
- Team Captain, Track & Field
- Three-year Varsity Track & Field athlete
- District Champion in two events
- First Team All-League
- School Record Holder (Junior Year)
- School Record Holder (Senior Year)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Lead Lifeguard
Chehalem Park & Recreation District
06.2023 - Current
High School - Business Communication
Newberg Senior High School