Seasonal Lifeguard

Position Title:               Seasonal Lifeguard

Department:                Pool

Reports to:                   Aquatics Manager

Supervises:                   None

Position Summary: The position is responsible for implementing all water safety policies and procedures while supervising members and guests in and around the swimming pool. Work will generally be outdoors, with exposure to varying weather conditions.

Employment Status: Seasonal employees can expect a consistent schedule from (approximately) April to October each year. Each October, employees are allowed to submit requests to transition to either part-time or full-time status. The approval of these requests will be based on the needs of the Club and the employee's performance track record. 

Qualifications:

• Appropriate Red Cross Lifeguard Certifications, CPR, AED
• Ability to pass Swimming Pool Management Test
• Ability to work scheduled hours including, when necessary, holidays and weekends
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Lifting, bending, twisting, reaching crouching, and crawling throughout the course of the job
• Being on your feet for an extended period of time

Job Duties:

• Serves as a positive role model by:
  • Adhering to the same standards of service and behavior that peers are required to uphold
  • Demonstrating effective communication skills through various digital platforms utilized by the Club
  • Maintaining a positive and friendly demeanor at all times
  • Working with peers to meet the needs of the team
  • Representing the Club well in its relationships with members and vendors

• Continually provides services in the areas of:
  • Regular cleaning of the general pool areas, including pool cleaning, refreshing bathrooms, emptying trash and other duties assigned
  • Creating a welcoming environment for members and their guests
  • Consistent surveillance of all persons in the pool areas
  • Consistent preventative surveillance, assessing safety risks and potential hazards
  • Ability to perform rescues, CPR, and First Aid according to the demands of adverse situations
  • Assisting in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons
  • Past pool experience considered an asset
  • Continually seeking to enhanced knowledge and skills 
  • Maintaining self-awareness of members’, management and peers

• Assumes responsibility for the department by:
  • Assisting supervisors in maintaining proper inventory levels
  • Maintaining pool facilities in a safe and organized manner
  • Communicating with supervisors and peers concerning ongoing projects

• Results on which performance will be evaluated but are not limited to:
  • Being attentive to the needs of the members
  • General behavior and language
  • Maintaining good hygiene and a professional appearance
  • All but not limited to this Job Description