Lifeguard - Opening Shift

Valley of the Sun J; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Valley of the Sun J in Scottsdale, AZ seeks a Lifeguard to ensure pool and deck safety, maintain surveillance, and support a welcoming aquatic community. The role requires early on-site hours starting at 4:30am with a 5:00am open swim, and a $2/hour shift differential for the 4:30-7:00am period.

Responsibilities include responding to emergencies per ARC standards, completing incident reports, inspecting for hazards, and coordinating with the security team for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification is required.
• CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification required.
• Background Check for employees over 18 is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pools, splash pad, and the pool deck.
• Respond to emergencies per ARC standards and JCC policies; complete incident reports as required.
• Keep positive relationships with members, participants and staff.
• Inspect pool deck for unsafe equipment; report maintenance issues to the manager on duty.
• Attend all in-service trainings and staff meetings; wear the provided uniform for shifts.
• Review Daily Duties and Weekly Duties forms and ensure tasks are completed.

Education

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid

Job description

Description

The Lifeguard plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals using the aquatic facility. This position includes maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pools, around the deck, and surrounding areas. The Lifeguard creates a positive atmosphere that promotes community for members, other lifeguards and swim instructors.

The lifeguard opener is required to be onsite at 4:30am Monday through Friday. Open swim starts at 5:00am. Preparation for that includes turning on the lights, removing the vacuum, and untarping during cold months. The opening lifeguard is the sole lifeguard onsite from 4:30-6:00am and is required to sit chair from 5:00-6:00am when the second guard arrives. For safety purposes, the security team is on-call in case of emergency. This position earns an additional $2/hour shift differential from 4:30-7:00am.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pools, splash pad, and the pool deck
• Has knowledge of the emergency action plan; respond to emergency situations in accordance with the JCC policies and American Red Cross (ARC) standards; complete all incident reports as required
• Maintain effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff
• Inspect pool deck for unsafe or broken equipment; check the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving; report maintenance issues to the manager on duty
• Attend all in-service training and staff meetings
• Dress in the uniform provided for all shifts
• Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks on the Daily Duties (DD) and Weekly Duties (WD) forms on the pool deck, Aquatics Office, deck bathrooms, and Break Room
• Review DD/WD forms

Scheduling

• Arrive in time to be at the guard station when shift starts
• Provide two weeks' notice for time off
• Find coverage when shifts need to be traded or covered by other staff (subject to AD/AAD approval)
• Check the scheduling app for messages and shift changes
• Other duties, as assigned

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• Minimum age of 16
• Background Check for employees over 18 shall be subject to pre-employment

Educational Requirements

• Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification; CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid.
• If a valid certificate is not held, taking a lifeguard class at the Valley of the Sun J is an option.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and/or sit for extended periods while remaining alert
• Perform water rescues, including lifting swimmers ranging from 50-300 lbs.
• Climb and sit on guard chairs up to 6’ high.
• Able to work in an outdoor pool facility in summer and winter conditions
• Remain outside in 100+ degree temperatures for two-to-eight-hour shifts with rotations every 20-30 minutes
• Variable working hours include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays