Lifeguard

Urbana Country Club • Urbana, IL

28d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the team at Urbana Country Club, where excellence meets opportunity. We are currently seeking Lifeguards to join our aquatics staff at our luxurious facility. At UCC, we are passionate about service, committed to safety, and dedicated to the growth of our team.
Why Work With Us?
At UCC, we offer more than just a summer job:
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunities for advancement
A supportive, inclusive team environment
A commitment to excellence and member satisfaction
What We’re Looking For:
Talented, dependable individuals who are passionate about water safety and instruction. Whether you're experienced or newly certified, if you’re driven, professional, and enthusiastic, we want to hear from you.
Our Culture:
We believe in a workplace built on respect, diversity, and inclusivity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates of all backgrounds.
Make a Difference. Create Lasting Memories. Grow With Us.
Apply today and become a valued part of the Urbana Country Club tradition.
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
The role requires the execution of the three steps of service for our members and their guests: warm welcomes, magic moments, and fond farewells.
Candidates should possess knowledge of the applicable pool guidelines, policies, and procedures to ensure the safety of our members and their guests.
An enthusiastic individual who can adapt to changing circumstances in a timely and efficient manner, where hospitality is of utmost importance, is essential.
The ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment is required.
Strong listening skills coupled with sound judgment abilities are necessary.
Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all business contacts are essential.
Candidates must maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with company standards.
Moreover, the individual must embody and uphold the following core values:
Integrity
Passion
Work Ethic
Teamwork

Requirements

• Swim experience capable of fulfilling the American Red Cross Prerequisites, which consist of a 150-yard swim, a 2:00-minute tread, a 50-yard swim, and a timed brick retrieval assessment
• Must be able to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays throughout the summer season and through September
• A minimum of 15 hours per week
• Lifeguard certification required (we can guide you to training opportunities if needed)
• Applicants must be at least 16 years of age
• Candidates should possess knowledge of the applicable pool guidelines, policies, and procedures to ensure the safety of our members and their guests
• An enthusiastic individual who can adapt to changing circumstances in a timely and efficient manner, where hospitality is of utmost importance, is essential
• The ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment is required
• Strong listening skills coupled with sound judgment abilities are necessary
• Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all business contacts are essential
• Candidates must maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with company standards
• The individual must embody and uphold the following core values: Integrity, Passion, Work Ethic, Teamwork

Benefits

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for advancement
• A supportive, inclusive team environment
• A commitment to excellence and member satisfaction
• Training paid for
• American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid
• Facility training pertaining to resort operations and hospitality
• Additional compensation for swim lessons
• Uniforms and supplies provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed