Lifeguard

ECU Health Medical Center • Ahoskie, NC

20d • $16 - $19

About The Position

Lifeguards are responsible for the overall safety and well-being of patrons using the aquatics facility. They help prevent emergency situations, respond appropriately when emergencies occur, and maintain aspects of daily pool operations. The role includes maintaining professionalism and developing skills through team meetings and departmental in-service training. Lifeguards also assist with routine aquatics-area tasks and, if applicable, provide safe swim instruction and teach water-safety techniques.

Requirements

• Basic Skill Set or higher.
• Lifeguard certification.
• Nationally Recognized CPR Certification.
• Zero to two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of professionalism and participate in ongoing skill development, including team member meetings and departmental in-service trainings.
• Understand and follow aquatic facility safety protocols, including emergency action plans, effective patron surveillance, enforcing safety rules, and lifesaving skills.
• Assist with daily cleaning of the aquatic area, group instructor activities, chemical and temperature readings, lap-lane management, swim lesson registration, and attendance recording for programs and services.
• If applicable, provide safe swim instruction, teach water-safety techniques, motivate and encourage patrons of varied ages and skill levels in private or group settings, and maintain a safe environment during each session.

What This Job Offers

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