Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Lifeguard is responsible for providing a safe and fun environment for all participants utilizing the aquatic facility.

• Lifeguards Needed from Memorial Day (5/27/2023) to Labor Day (9/04/2023) for pools in Suffern NY Area
• Shifts are 11am to 7pm, full-time and part-time available, flexible but set weekly schedules
• $16.00/hour to start, more possible based on experience
• If not currently certified or need to re-certify, contact us for information on upcoming lifeguard classes with the option to work 150 hours or more over the 16-week summer for a free class.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety of all swimmers by preventative measures and minimizing hazardous situations.
• Enforcement of all pool rules and regulations in a polite and courteous manner.
• Provide quick response to emergency situations in water/deck area.
• Conduct ongoing maintenance: adjust feeders when necessary, check operations of pump and flow meter, vacuum pool, wash down deck and pump room, clean stainless steel and filters, record pool readings, etc.
• Be knowledgeable on all aquatic information and programming.
• Display a professional appearance with appropriate dress/uniform.
• Is timely and punctual when reporting to work.
• Ensure the aquatic area is safe, clean and orderly.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school education or comparable work experience
• Valid CPR certification
• Valid standard First Aid certification
• Valid Lifeguard certification from the American Red Cross
• Certified Pool Operator certificate
• Effective leadership skills and a strong work ethic
• Excellent customer service skills
• Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
• Able to show initiative and make decisions, must be able to trouble shoot and anticipate problems
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude towards job and facility
• Maintain a character of professionalism and confidence, with a tactful ability to communicate with participants.
• Demonstrate the ability to cooperate and work with others.
• Demonstrate consistent integrity, dependability, responsibility and be able to meet deadlines.
• Possess effective verbal/written communication and expression.
• Adaptable and flexible under stressful and/or unusual situations.
• Ability to sit for long periods
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
• This position required the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Normal work hours: varied to include nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Experience:

• Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Suffern, NY 10901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person