Lifeguard (Part Time)

The J•Maryland Heights, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. This role involves providing exemplary customer service, enforcing aquatic facility policies, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. The lifeguard will also assist in promoting programs and developing further knowledge in aquatics.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Prior experience as a swim instructor with demonstrated knowledge of and application of childcare and instruction techniques is required.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to provide exemplary customer service.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read and follow written communications.
Must be able to make sound decisions.
Position requires flexibility in schedule to open and or close the pools and to work across multiple locations.

Nice To Haves

American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer is desired.
Instructor certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide exemplary customer service to members and ensure their safety and well-being by professionally guarding the pool according to J and American Red Cross standards.
Recognize and respond quickly and effectively in emergencies, complying with all safety and emergency procedures.
Enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules, and regulations.
Inspect the facility on a daily schedule and report any unsafe conditions or equipment to the supervisor.
Assist in maintaining a neat, organized, and clean pool deck and aquatics office.
Answer the telephone and respond to customer questions courteously, taking messages when appropriate.
Learn, adhere to, and enforce all JCC policies and procedures.
Maintain a neat and clean appearance while adhering to applicable dress codes.
Be punctual and maintain good attendance.
Complete records and reports within required timeframes, including but not limited to timesheets, accident reports, class rosters, and daily inspection reports.
Participate in regular in-service training sessions and attend staff meetings.
Maintain swimming skills, strength, and endurance.
Foster and maintain relationships with members while creating a comfortable, positive, and welcoming environment.
Learn and become familiar with programming and equipment offered at the JCC to better address customer needs.
Assist in promoting aquatics and other agency programs and services.
Develop further knowledge in aquatics, including but not limited to training provided by the JCC.
Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.