Lifeguard

The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the health and safety of participants in the Aquatics Center. The lifeguard will also act as a first responder for health emergencies throughout the JCC as needed.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities:

• Enforce and follow pool rules, and use proper lifeguarding procedures when needed
• Educate participants and non-participants on safe water habits
• Maintain constant surveillance of participants and non-participants in the pool area
• Act immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of participants and non-participants in the event of an emergency
• Assist with emergency medical services when needed
• Perform appropriate water rescues when necessary
• Assist with various camps and programs as assigned
• Participate in special events as directed by the Aquatics Supervisor
• Perform various opening and closing duties as described on the daily to-do list
• Perform various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility
• Prepare pool surroundings for daily use, including but not limited to straightening tables, chairs, pool equipment, and offices, and disposing of trash and debris
• Keep Aquatics Supervisor informed of any problems arising with participants and non-participants
• Report all accidents to supervisor with a completed injury report
• Check the quality of the pool water for the required times, record measurements, and any abnormal pool readings
• Check all safety equipment when coming on duty and report any unsafe conditions to the Aquatics Supervisor
• Attend all scheduled lifeguard training sessions
• Attend to specific setup, breakdown, and/or cleaning duties adherent to your shift
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• American Red Cross CPR/AED for the professional rescuer
• Nassau County Lifeguard Certification (IA or IB)
• Swim lesson instruction or coaching experience preferred
• Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred