Head Lifeguard & Swim Instructor (full time)

JCC Greater Boston; Newton Centre (MA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Use of the Fitness Center

Discounts on JCC fitness/wellness programs

Access to group fitness classes

Job summary

JCC Greater Boston is seeking a full-time Head Lifeguard and Swim Instructor in Newton Centre, Massachusetts. The successful candidate will have lifeguarding experience and will provide mentorship while instructing swim classes. The role includes assisting with customer communications and maintaining pool safety.

This vibrant workplace offers a starting pay rate of $21-$27 per hour based on qualifications. Join a welcoming team focused on making a difference!

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of lifeguarding experience.
• Experience in a mentorship or supervisory training role is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swim lessons and supervise swimming activities.
• Ensure safety of pool patrons and enforce regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe pool environment.

Skills

Team player

Dependability

Leadership qualities

Customer service

Friendly demeanor

Education

Some college courses

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification

Job description

JCC Greater Boston is seeking a full‑time Head Lifeguard and Swim Instructor. As part of this dynamic team, the successful candidate will be an experienced lifeguard, provide mentorship support to lifeguards and instruct swim classes. This person will assist with customer communications and administrative tasks. JCC Greater Boston is a vibrant, welcoming workplace with a strong feeling of teamwork and a shared sense of making a difference.

This is a Full‑time 40‑hour‑per‑week, non‑exempt position with a starting pay rate of $21‑27 per hour. The starting rate of pay offered will be based on qualifications and experience, and internal equity.

If you are searching for a chance to use your swimming skills as part of a winning team, apply today!

Primary Responsibilities

This position instructs swim lessons as assigned. Swim instructors do not need to be strong swimmers or experienced trainers; they must enjoy working with children and be open to guiding them through a carefully crafted curriculum, helping to build confidence and skills. At JCC Greater Boston, we train our swim instructors in the Lenny Krazelberg methodology and provide lots of team support. The aquatics team is a lively and fun group to work with. We are seeking new team members who possess high standards, a strong customer service orientation, and great teamwork skills.

Lifeguard Duties

• Ensures the safety of every pool patron through education, vigilant preventative guarding, first aid, emergency medical services, and rescue services.
• Provides consistent pool coverage and smooth transitions between shifts through planning, punctuality and personal accountability.
• Enforces the rules and regulations of the pools consistently.
• Maintains good working relationships with staff members, maintenance personnel, administrative personnel, and pool patrons.
• Resolves member concerns in a professional manner or escalates them, as appropriate.
• Creates pool‑related documentation (e.g., opening/closing checklists, bather tracking and incident reports).
• Able and willing to follow directions from supervisors and follow protocols.
• Maintains a safe and neat pool area; assists in pool maintenance by performing scheduled checks, cleaning and maintenance.
• Develops professional relationships with members.
• Conducts swim tests.
• Be familiar with, and follow the pool schedule – including correctly configuring lane lines according to the schedule.
• Attend all mandatory trainings and in‑services.
• Support JCC goals and objectives.
• Learn all aspects of the pool facilities and its daily operations (e.g., swim lessons, camp swim, etc.).
• Be familiar with traffic flow in pool area and support social distancing procedures in the building.
• Participate in weekly skill checks.
• Serve as a member of the agency Fitness Staff with responsibilities that, at times, extend beyond the limits of his/her specialized functions.
• Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected.
• Support JCC Greater Boston's mission, vision, and values through personal role modeling.
• Attend JCC meetings, and actively participate in and support the JCC/the department's goals and initiatives.
• Other activities as required by the organization.

About JCC Greater Boston

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work‑life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Must have completed some college courses, current/valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, with CPR, AED and First Aid, and must have at least 2 years of lifeguarding experience. Some experience in a mentorship or supervisory training role is preferred (Counselor in training or similar). Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC's discretion to meet minimum criteria.

Skills and Abilities

• A strong team player approach.
• Displays a record of responsibility, is highly dependable and shows leadership qualities such as the ability to make good decisions.
• Committed to delivering quality customer service.
• Personable and friendly; able to build strong relationships with students.
• Read, write, understand and speak English.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to swim distances and dive to pool depths, as determined by testing/certification authorities.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, stoop, and kneel frequently.
• Must be able to be in the pool for extended periods of time (2+ hours).
• Maintain an appropriate level of fitness to competently perform all job‑related tasks including the ability to swim distances of 25 meters, dive to pool depth of 6 feet or more, and lift 50 pounds or more.
• Must be able to hold a child in the water.
• Able to see, hear and cognitively recognize situations requiring lifeguarding services.
• Ability to work in a high temperature and high humidity environment for extended periods.
• Ability to stand, sit and lay on the pool deck while moving their body in a way similar to how the participants in the water should (demonstrating).
• Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and technical documents, use a computer, and answer a telephone.

ADA Statement

Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career within our mission‑driven, values‑driven, and family‑centric environment, JCC Greater Boston proudly offers full‑time employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive cost‑sharing Health and Dental Insurance.
• JCC Sponsored/Paid Health Reimbursement Account.
• JCC Sponsored/Paid Group Life Insurance/LTD Coverage.
• Generous paid time off supporting a quality work‑life balance.
• Tax‑deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Voluntary Supplemental Vision Insurance.
• Additional Voluntary Supplemental Life/ADD coverage for you and your family.
• AbilityAssist Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Norton Cyber Security Program.
• LegalEase Insurance program.

JCCGB Perks

• Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal‑Sidman.
• Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates.
• Discounts on a variety of JCCGB fitness/wellness programs and services.
• Free wellness events.
• Discounted child care at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after‑school program.
• Discounted JCCGB camp tuition.

A Great Place to Work!

JCC Greater Boston is consciously evolving as a great place to work! In our recent 2023 employee engagement survey, at least 88% of our staff gave us top ratings on:

• Supportive colleagues.
• Team camaraderie.
• How their managers treat them.
• Individual autonomy.
• Knowing what their work contributes to and how it impacts others.
• Pride in working for the JCC.
• Program and service quality.
• Holding ourselves accountable.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our staff and leadership bring experience, excellence, and commitment to everything we offer and we are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Our culture is built on our values, driven by our mission, and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.