Lifeguard (Temporary Full-time)

Lenox Hill Neighborhood•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lenox Hill Neighborhood House is seeking a temporary full-time Lifeguard for its Fitness and Aquatics department. The department provides fitness and aquatics programming in facilities that include a swimming pool, gymnasium, and fitness center. Reporting directly to the Fitness and Aquatics Manager, the Lifeguard helps ensure client safety and supports aquatics programming, including swim instruction, open swim, water aerobics, and other fitness-related classes for clients ages 3 to 103. The role is expected to be needed from December 3, 2026 through February 25, 2027. The schedule is 35 hours per week, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. The salary is $29.61 per hour or $53,890 annually. Candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check.

Requirements

American Red Cross or equivalent certification in deep-water Lifeguarding.
American Red Cross or equivalent Water Safety Instruction (WSI) certification.
American Red Cross or equivalent CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification.
American Red Cross or equivalent Responding to Emergencies certification.
American Red Cross or equivalent First Aid certification.
At least one year of professional lifeguarding experience.
Ability to work a full-time schedule of 35 hours per week, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
Undergo a pre-employment background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading water aerobics classes.
Experience teaching swim lessons to participants of all ages.
Spanish or Chinese fluency.

Responsibilities

Ensure pool patrons’ safety by wearing appropriate attire and constantly scanning the pool area for signs of distress.
Lead aquatic skill development, recreational activities, and in-water swim instruction for assigned client populations.
Plan and deliver Early Childhood Center swim lessons, teaching young children water safety and foundational swimming skills in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment.
Follow and enforce applicable New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene requirements, New York State laws, and Lenox Hill Neighborhood House policies.
Provide care or assistance to pool patrons in distress within the scope of Lifeguard training and applicable certifying-agency and NYC Department of Health standards.
Monitor first aid supplies, rescue equipment, communications systems, and pool chemistry in compliance with Department of Health regulations.
Interact courteously and professionally with members, guests, and staff while maintaining focus on pool surveillance.
Immediately report incidents, accidents, complaints, and unsafe or unsanitary conditions to the Aquatics Coordinator or Director, verbally and in writing.
Conduct general maintenance and cleaning of fitness and aquatics areas as needed, including hosing the deck, sweeping the pool, removing objects, keeping the deck clear, and vacuuming.
Inspect pool safety equipment and first aid supplies at the start of each shift to ensure they are properly located and maintained.
Prepare the pool for programming as necessary, including assisting instructors with class equipment, record keeping, and sign-in sheets.
Participate in Fitness and Aquatics staff in-service training, including rescue drills, emergency rehearsals, and general staff meetings.
Complete other responsibilities and duties assigned by the Fitness and Aquatics Manager.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance choices for staff and their families.
Paid vacation and sick time accrued based on hours worked.
Matching contributions to the Retirement Plan.
Paid parental leave policy for all staff.
Professional development opportunities, including certifications and licenses, conferences, trainings, and lectures.
Free life insurance equal to three times annual salary.
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical, dependent care, and parking or mass transit.
Supplemental accident, hospital, and critical illness insurance coverage.
Staff events and parties.
Staff use of the fitness center and gym.
Staff group fitness classes, swimming lessons, and lap swim.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-eligible employer.