Lifeguard

Kids for the Future; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kids for the Future, located at URBN Playground in Manhattan, NY, is looking for a Lifeguard to help assure safe pool and aquatics operations. This part-time, non-exempt role rewards attentiveness, professionalism, and a customer-friendly presence so residents and guests feel at ease.

Shifts vary; pools are open seven days a week from early morning to late evening. You will greet swimmers, take water readings, enforce rules, maintain daily logs, and support general pool area upkeep.

Qualifications

• Active CPR/First Aid/AED certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome customers who come to use the pool (and related amenities).
• Take water readings and adjust chemicals in the pool as needed.
• Supervise the pool and pool area at all times while on shift.
• Take action to make sure pool rules are enforced.
• Keep detailed daily logs of water readings and number of bathers.
• Close the pool and take remedial action in the event of any hazards.
• Organize logs for monthly submission.
• Maintain cleanliness of pool by brushing water line, wiping railings, folding towels, and other side work.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Job description

• Location URBN Playground,Manhattan, NY, 10017,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 / Hour
• Job Category Operations
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

LIFEGUARD

The role of a Lifeguard is essential to safe pool and aquatics operations. It requires alertness, focus, attention to detail, and professionalism, coupled with a positive, outgoing attitude so that customers feel at ease and relaxed knowing you are around.

Shift: Varies - pools are open seven days a week, generally early AM to late PM

YOUR MISSION

To create a safe, incident-free swimming environment so that customers enjoy their time in the pool and aquatic amenities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Greet and welcome customers who come to use the pool (and related amenities)
• Take water readings and adjust chemicals in the pool as needed
• Supervise the pool and pool area at all times while on shift
• Take action to make sure pool rules are enforced
• Keep detailed daily logs of water readings and number of bathers
• Close the pool and take remedial action in the event of any hazards
• Organize logs for monthly submission
• Maintain cleanliness of pool by regularly brushing the water line on the pool walls, wiping down railings, folding towels, squeegee and mop pool deck, among other tasks or “side work”

REQUIRED

• Active CPR / First Aid / AED certification (*NYC requires CPR annually)

PREFERRED

• Prior experience in lifeguarding
• Prior experience in pool cleaning (vacuuming, backwashing, and scrubbing)
• Certification in technical pool management, maintenance, and servicing
• Prior experience in providing swim lessons

Summary

Professional Summary

Professional and service-oriented team member with experience supporting luxury residential amenity spaces through a combination of lifeguard and front desk responsibilities. Dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for residents and guests by monitoring pool safety, enforcing facility policies, providing exceptional customer service, managing guest check-ins, answering resident inquiries, and coordinating daily amenity operations. Recognized for strong communication, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced setting while delivering a high-quality resident experience.