Lifeguard (PT)

The J; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The J in Chesterfield, MO is seeking a part-time Lifeguard to provide exemplary customer service and ensure safety at the pool. Responsibilities include teaching swim lessons, enforcing policies, and conducting daily facility inspections.

Qualified candidates must be at least 16 years old, have current lifeguarding certifications, and possess strong communication and leadership skills. This role demands flexibility, dedication, and a commitment to maintaining a positive atmosphere for all pool members.

Qualifications

• Must be able to make sound decisions.
• Prior experience as a lifeguard is required.
• Flexibility in schedule is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary customer service and ensure safety at the pool.
• Teach swim lessons and aquatic exercise classes.
• Inspect the facility daily and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Customer service

Lifeguarding surveillance techniques

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Must be at least 16 years of age

Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification

Instructor certifications (desirable)

Job description

Job Location: Chesterfield, MO 63005

Position Type: Part Time

Job Category: Aquatics

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary customer service to members and ensure their safety by professionally guarding the pool according to J and American Red Cross standards.
• Recognize and respond quickly and effectively in emergencies, complying with all safety and emergency procedures.
• Enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules and regulations.
• Teach swim lessons (group/individual) and aquatics exercise classes (with appropriate certifications).
• Inspect the facility on a daily schedule and report any unsafe conditions or equipment to the supervisor.
• Assist in maintaining a neat, organized and clean pool deck and aquatics office.
• Answer the telephone and respond to customer questions in a courteous manner, taking messages when appropriate.
• Learn, adhere to, and enforce all JCC policies and procedures.
• Maintain a neat and clean appearance while adhering to applicable dress codes.
• Be punctual and maintain good attendance.
• Complete records and reports within required timeframes, including but not limited to timesheets, accident reports, class rosters, and daily inspection reports.
• Participate in regular in-service training sessions and attend staff meetings.
• Maintain swimming skills, strength and endurance.
• Foster and maintain relationships with members while creating a comfortable, positive, and welcoming environment.
• Learn and become familiar with programming and equipment offered at the JCC to better address customer needs.
• Assist in promoting aquatics and other agency programs and services.
• Develop further knowledge in aquatics, including but not limited to training provided by the JCC.
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age (or 15 years of age & completed Lifeguard Certification Training at the J for summer seasonal).
• Must have current certification in either American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid or American Red Cross Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid.
• American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer is required.
• Instructor certifications are desirable.
• Prior experience as a lifeguard with demonstrated knowledge of and application of lifeguard surveillance and rescue techniques is required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills along with the ability to provide exemplary customer service.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and the ability to read and follow written communications.
• Must be able to make sound decisions.
• Position requires flexibility in schedule to open and close the pools and to work across multiple locations.