Summer 2026 Lifeguard

Levine Jewish Community Center • Charlotte, NC

46d

About The Position

SANDRA AND LEON LEVINE JCCThe Sandra and Leon Levine Jewish Community Center is a non-profit, social service agency founded upon Jewish ethics and values. The Center provides and initiates diversified social, educational, recreational and cultural programs within a Jewish setting. The JCC is a partner in serving the community, is affiliated with the JCC Association of North America and a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte and United Way.
Gain valuable experience and direction
Work at a first-class facility
Make your own schedule
Work in a team atmosphere (rotation with 10-12 other guards and Lifeguard Supervisors)
Competitive pay
If you certify at the JCC, get your certification paid for if you work for us (Please contact Bob Peterson @ [email protected] for more info on how to get certified)
Growth Opportunities (commensurate with your experience and performance)
Qualifications / Attributes:
The Lifeguard must demonstrate the ability to be open to give and receive feedback in a respectful manner, be an active and respectful listener, be encouraging and supportive of new ideas and suggestions, be a user and receiver of varied means of communication and be consistent in their delivery of service and interactions with members and colleagues. The Lifeguard must also be timely, specific & clear with expectations, and hold one-self and others accountable. These leadership qualities are expectations of the position and help the Levine JCC to maintain integrity and build a cohesive team.

POSITION PURPOSE:
To maintain supervision of all patrons who utilize the LJCC Aquatics facilities and to ensure for their safety by preventing and responding to emergencies.

Requirements

• CPR/AED/First Aid (included with Lifeguard Certification) by a recognized source of training and accreditation.
• Lifeguard Certification by a recognized source of training and accreditation.
• A minimum of 15 (fifteen) years of age
• Lifeguard experience, preferably 1-2 years.
• Demonstrated effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; customer-service orientation with specific strength in diplomacy and discretion strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
• Must also have the ability to maintain a flexible working schedule to accommodate the needs of the agency and Aquatics facilities, work as part of a team with other staff members and program users.
• Must promote high standards of program excellence; resolve conflict effectively and demonstrate maturity as well as the ability to get along with a variety of people; and respond effectively to constructive criticism and give constructive feedback to colleagues.
• Must be physically capable of manual labor that includes lifting, bending, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs on a regular basis.
• Must be able to reach overhead and to the floor repeatedly in a shift.
• Must be able to work 8 hour shifts standing.
• After successful completion of the lifeguard course, the expectation is they can save someone from the water and lift the person out of the water.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acting immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.
• Provide emergency care and treatment as required, until he arrival of emergency medical services.
• Present professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service as outlined by the LJCC in manuals, orientations, and ongoing professional development.
• Perform various maintenance tasks and duties as directed by Aquatics Leadership Staff in order to maintain a clean and safe aquatics facility.
• Maintain an open line of communication with their supervisors including, but not limited regularly checking their Digiquatics account, email, and text messages for updates, communication, signing up for shifts, etc.
• Ensure that an environment which fosters maximum physical, social, cognitive, and emotional development is developed and maintained.
• Prepares and maintains appropriate activity reports.
• Completes miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Completes various administrative tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Gain valuable experience and direction
• Work at a first-class facility
• Make your own schedule
• Work in a team atmosphere (rotation with 10-12 other guards and Lifeguard Supervisors)
• Competitive pay
• If you certify at the JCC, get your certification paid for if you work for us (Please contact Bob Peterson @ [email protected] for more info on how to get certified)
• Growth Opportunities (commensurate with your experience and performance)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees