Jose Espinal
Summary
Aquatics director with strong swimming proficiency and advanced lifeguard skills safely creates, organizes and implements recreational swim programs. Oversees aquatic areas, facilitates waterfront activities and supervises on-duty lifeguards to optimize safety measures. Holds valid first aid and CPR certifications. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Great at planning and running entertaining programs as accomplished Aquatics Director. Offers record of success in increasing participation with empowered staff and fresh offerings for new interests. Excels and handling back-end paperwork, finances and supply management.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Lifeguard
Boston Center Youth & Family
06.2023 - Current
- Gave private lessons to special needs students and taught floating techniques and treading water.
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
- Assisted in organizing and implementing recreational activities and programs.
- Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
- Sampled pool water to check chemical levels prior to starting swimming instruction.
- Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
- Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Aquatics Director
YMCA Of Greater Boston
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Supervised aquatic staff and administered performance evaluations to communicate expectations .
- Implemented and maintained safety standards and deployed first aid, CPR and other emergency management services.
- Monitored pH, chlorine, alkalinity and water hardness and took steps to maintain pool at optimal levels.
- Conducted in-service training, meetings and conferences to share ideas and plan aquatic programs.
- Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
- Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly and monthly operations.
- Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.
- Tracked, organized and cleaned pool equipment and restocked or replaced inventory to keep pool in good working condition.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Head Lifeguard
Boston Center Youth And Family
09.2017 - 12.2021
- Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
- Reminded students to practice swimming strokes to develop their skills and improve technique.
- Gave private lessons to special needs students and taught floating techniques and treading water.
- Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
Full Time Lifeguard
Harvard University
01.2013 - 12.2017
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.
- Sampled pool water to check chemical levels prior to starting swimming instruction.
- Provided instruction and assistance to patrons on proper use of recreational equipment.
- Conducted patrols to identify and help those in need of immediate care and assistance.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
- Observed recreational users to detect safety concerns and prevent ongoing violations.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
- Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
Assistant Cook
Ron Burton Training Village
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Portioned meals according to recipe specifications, limiting kitchen waste.
- Monitored food quality and temperature for safe consumption.
- Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Lifeguard
YMCA Of Greater Boston
03.2008 - 06.2010
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Maintained order and cleanliness at swimming pool and surrounding areas to uphold hygiene standards.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Performed regular maintenance of pool equipment and life-saving equipment to keep in good working order.
- Cleared pool areas of debris and hazardous objects to increase safety.
- Inspected pools and pools areas for adherence to safety protocols.
- Inspected and tested pool equipment functionality to minimize hazards.
- Gave private lessons to special needs students and taught floating techniques and treading water.
- Earned Water Safety Instructor certification and managed beachfront safety.
- Reminded students to practice swimming strokes to develop their skills and improve technique.
- Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement.
- Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
Education
SNHU
New Hampshire 01.2020
Harvard Extension School
51 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 0213812.2017
Roxbury Community College
Boston, MA01.2011
High School Diploma -
Josiah Quincy Upper
885 Washington St, Boston, MA 0211105.2009
Skills
- Budget Administration
- Pool Maintenance
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Emergency Response
- Staff Training
- Risk Management
- Team Building
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Fluent in both English and Spanish
- Exceptional customer service
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Certified Pool Operator, Cpr, AED, Water Front. Lifeguard Instructor and Water Safety Instructor
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Head Lifeguard
Boston Center Youth & Family
06.2023 - Current
Aquatics Director
YMCA Of Greater Boston
12.2021 - 04.2023
Head Lifeguard
Boston Center Youth And Family
09.2017 - 12.2021
Full Time Lifeguard
Harvard University
01.2013 - 12.2017
Assistant Cook
Ron Burton Training Village
06.2011 - 08.2011
Lifeguard
YMCA Of Greater Boston
03.2008 - 06.2010
SNHU
Harvard Extension School
Roxbury Community College
High School Diploma -
Josiah Quincy Upper
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