Pay is commensurate with experience.

JOB TITLE: Lifeguard

REPORTS TO: Aquatics Director

OVERVIEW: The Lifeguard will report to the Aquatics Director and will provide lifeguard coverage of the pools, at the JCC of Dallas according to American Red Cross standards for lifeguarding. EOE (equal opportunity employer).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Daily oversight of the pool area, following the policies and procedures outlined in the JCC Aquatics Staff Manual and the American Red Cross maintaining a safe and healthy pool and program.
• Demonstrate and model standards of a professional lifeguard for the patrons and members and other lifeguards, enforcing pool rules, showing a positive attitude in all interactions, recognize and respond effectively to all emergencies.
• Maintains order in both indoor and outdoor pool areas at all times.
• Maintain the chemical logs in a professional manner by recording chlorine and pH levels, water temperature and usage statistics and report problems to Aquatics Director.
• Keeps management well informed of pool maintenance needs including cleaning, chemical adjustments, and repairs.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the pool and pool area.
• Completes cleaning and maintenance duties as trained.
• Assists with training of new lifeguard personnel.
• Provide customer service based on the JCC Customer Service Policy.
• Be identifiable as a JCC Lifeguard by being in uniform and at your workstation.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Aquatics Director.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding/CPR/First Aid/AED certification required.