What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatics - Lifeguard position at Manhattan Youth?
Department: Aquatics
Location: Manhattan
Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 / hour
Manhattan Youth is seeking certified Lifeguards to join the aquatics team at our Downtown Community Center in Tribeca. Candidates must be punctual, reliable, personable, and have a strong desire to work with children and families.
This is a part-time position. Our pool is open:
- Monday-Friday 8:30am-9:00pm
- Saturday and Sunday 8:30am-5:00pm
Pay: $18-22/hr, depending upon experience. Candidates who also have experience teaching swim lessons may be eligible for $22/hr .
Responsibilities
- Greet all members to the facility and create a warm, welcoming family environment
- Prioritize safety with a proactive, preventative lifeguarding approach
- Enforce all aquatics facility policies, rules and regulations
- Maintain a clean and safe environment including but not limited to pool, pool deck, restrooms, locker rooms, steam room, and surrounding areas
- Wear proper uniform and be alert and ready to respond at all times
- Perform other related job duties as required
- Certified Lifeguard (Must hold valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certifications, or equivalent as recognized by the NYC-DOH)
- CPR/AED certification, renewed within last 12 months
- Ability to maintain a positive and energetic attitude and contribute to a positive team culture
- Swim instructor experience or experience working directly with children in a camp or childcare setting is a plus
- Preference will go to candidates with weekend availability
We offer a pleasant work environment with flexible schedules. On-site recertifying is provided for active employees.
Salary : $18 - $22