Lifeguard

Hampton Golf•Jacksonville, FL

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Jacksonville Golf and Country Club is seeking Seasonal Lifeguards to join our team! Jacksonville Golf and Country Club is a premier private club located in Northeast Florida. At JGCC you will enjoy a casual yet professional work environment. JGCC provides meals and uniforms to all staff. At JGCC you will enjoy use of the facilities and discounts on merchandise. Part-time positions available, starting at $14.50/hr. Our Culture and Values provides Team Members with a rewarding lifestyle and work/life balance.

Requirements

Valid Lifeguarding Certification
Valid CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification
Valid First Aid Certification
Must be 16 years of age or older
Able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Maintain a current American Red Cross Life Guard training Certificate, current American Red Cross CPR for the professional rescuer Adult and Pediatric or other certification recognized by the Florida Statutes required for certification for swimming instructors and lifeguards, participate in all in-service training sessions, and pass required test which include the ability to swim 500 yards without stopping, pool chemical testing, and equipment usage.
Must have working knowledge of lifesaving apparatus introduced in Lifesaving courses, i.e. AED units.
Protect and ensure safe conditions for members and guests.
Preventing accidents and eliminating hazardous conditions in the water and/ or surrounding areas are priority via quick emergency response.
Must constantly scan the assigned areas and be able to recognize water participants who need assistance.
Administer any first aid needed by a victim of any accident based on current training.
Adhere to established emergency procedures, complete reports in a concise and timely manner.
Respond quickly to all emergency situations in the water and/ /or in the surrounding areas.
Must be able to assist anyone in distress or drowning situations.
Observe and enforce all rules and regulations.
Educate and inform members and guests diplomatically regarding this information.
Immediately notify management staff of any accidents, maintenance problems, or any violations of rules by patrons.
Complete daily, weekly, quarterly and annual opening and closing checklists.
Observe daily sanitation requirements in regard to water conditions, i.e. chlorine, pH (acidity) content and be able to safely administer chemicals as needed per training and age eligibility.
Maintain daily log of water test conditions for the inspection of the local health agency.
Vacuum pool bottom, empty automatic skimmers, and skim bugs from the pool.
Clean pool-related equipment, i.e. pool skimmer, etc.
Complete maintenance practices to ensure a clean and presentable facility.
When experiencing down time, assist pool manager or office staff with other facility duties.
Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
Ensures safe us of the slide and diving boards and restricts dangerous activities.
Other duties as assigned.