Part-Time Lifeguard

JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF DENVER • Denver, CO

5d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

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. The JCC Aquatics Center provides access to indoor and outdoor pools year-round, with approximately 85 hours of operation a week.

Requirements

• High school education or comparable work experience.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Valid standard First Aid certification.
• Valid Lifeguard certification from the American Red Cross.

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

• Part-time employees are not benefits-eligible.
• 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
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees