Part-Time Lifeguard

JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF DENVER • Denver, CO

8d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The JCC Aquatics Center provides access to indoor and outdoor pools year-round, with approximately 85 hours of operation a week. JCC Denver is a vibrant community hub dedicated to connecting, building relationships, and enhancing our members' overall health and well-being. With over 100,000 square feet of space, we offer high-quality programming for all ages, including fitness, wellness, aquatics, childcare, summer camps, and much more.

Requirements

• High school education or comparable work experience.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Valid standard First Aid certification.
• Valid Lifeguard certification from the American Red Cross.
• Mental requirements include, but are not limited to, the ability to concentrate, take the initiative, cope with stress, and adapt to and stay alert in a business environment.
• The position may require exposure to extreme weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, cold, and snow.
• To perform the job's essential duties, the employee must be able to speak, hear, see, and walk more than 2 miles daily, see, and walk more than 2 miles each day.
• Standing and sitting on the floor
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Effective leadership skills and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent customer service skills with an energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational attitude.
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance.
• Able to show initiative and make decisions, must be able to troubleshoot and anticipate problems.
• Maintain a character of professionalism and confidence, with a tactful ability to communicate with participants.
• Demonstrate the ability to cooperate and work with others.
• Demonstrate consistent integrity, dependability, and responsibility and be able to meet deadlines.
• Possess effective verbal/written communication and expression.
• Adaptable and flexible under stressful and/or unusual situations.
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all swimmers by preventative measures and minimizing hazardous situations.
• Enforcement of all pool rules and regulations in a polite and courteous manner.
• Provide quick response to emergency situations in the water/deck area.
• Conduct ongoing maintenance: adjust feeders, when necessary, check the operation of the pump and flow meter, vacuum the pool, wash down the deck and pump room, clean stainless steel and filters, record pool readings, etc.
• Be knowledgeable on all aquatic information and programming.
• Display a professional appearance with appropriate dress/uniform.
• Be timely and punctual when reporting to work.
• Ensure the aquatic area is safe, clean, and orderly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off is a day-one benefit accrued based on years of service and hours worked in compliance with the Colorado Health Families & Workplaces Act.
• Part-time JCC employees who regularly work 20+ hours per week receive a complementary individual membership to the JCC’s Fitness and Aquatics Center.
• Staff also receive a range of discounts, including year-round access to the JCC’s fitness center and heated pool.
• Part-time JCC employees who regularly work 20+ hours per week are also eligible for a wide range of discounts, including up to 20% off the JCC’s Preschool and Summer Camp childcare programs, discounted tickets to Mizel Arts and Culture events, discounted program and class costs, and more!
• All JCC employees are eligible to join the “JCCs of North America” (JCCA) community, which includes access to the JCCA’s resource center, ongoing professional development and networking opportunities, and educational stipends for qualifying employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED