LIFEGUARD

Greater Midland; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Greater Midland is seeking a Lifeguard to ensure the health and safety of patrons at the community center pool. The role requires vigilant supervision, adherence to the organization’s values, and cooperation with staff and volunteers.

Main duties include inspecting facilities, enforcing rules, and responding to patron needs. The Lifeguard must hold CPR/First Aid/AED certification; ARC Lifeguard - WSI/LGI is recommended, with additional Fitness certification recommended.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid/AED certification required.
• ARC Lifeguard - WSI, LGI recommended.
• Group Exercise Certification recommended.
• Minimum age 15.
• Excellent people skills; ability to work with a wide variety of personalities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect pool areas and equipment daily to ensure safe operation.
• Maintain constant attention to patrons in and around pool area.
• Work cooperatively with Greater Midland staff and volunteers.
• Complete supervisor requests promptly to help achieve department goals.
• Demonstrate behaviors aligned with Greater Midland’s Values.
• Enforce pool rules.

Skills

People skills

Communication skills

Education

ARC Lifeguard - WSI, LGI (recommended)

CPR/First Aid/AED

Group Exercise Certification (recommended)

Job description

Under the direction of the Aquatics Program Coordinator, the Lifeguard is responsible for the health and safety of all patrons. The Lifeguard must maintain high personal standards and adhere to and promote the Purpose and Values of the Greater Midland.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Ensure pool areas and equipment are thoroughly inspected each day and in good working order.
• Maintain constant attention to patrons in and around pool.
• Work cooperatively and professionally with all members and patrons, Greater Midland staff and volunteers.
• Complete, in a timely manner, all requests from supervisor in the achievements of department and center goals/objectives.
• Consistently demonstrate behaviors aligned with Greater Midland’s Values.
• Enforce rules.

Qualification Requirements

• CPR/First Aid/AED
• Aquatics: ARC Lifeguard - WSI, LGI (recommended)
• Fitness: Group Exercise Certification (recommended)
• Minimum age of 15
• Excellent people skills; ability to work with a wide variety of personalities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements

The pool is located in the Greater Midland Community Center. Regular communication and contact with members, guests, leadership and other employees. Sitting, standing, and ability to rescue an individual from the water if necessary.

Wednesday evenings at Northeast Middle School.