Inspired by the work we do every day, the JCC is an organization centered by Jewish values and focused on creating meaningful experiences and opportunities to enrich, connect, and positively impact our community.
We pride ourselves on our inclusive and welcoming workplace and celebrate the diversity of our employees.
We value all members of our team in a supportive environment in which everyone is treated with appreciation and respect and positioned to do their best work every day.
SUMMARY:
The occupation of a lifeguard encompasses the duties of rescuing swimmers in danger of drowning, the monitoring of activities at a swimming pool to prevent accidents, the teaching of water safety through the communication of rules and policies and helping patrons. This position will also help to maintain order and cleanliness in the pool and pool areas, give instructions to swimmers, conduct, or officiate at swimming meets, and administer first aid. Additional ancillary lifeguard duties may include checking in and out such items as towels, rings, watches, and apparel to the lost and found. This position will be required to test and record water quality for temperature and/or pH levels, using all of the tools of the testing process including adding chemicals to the test water sample.
This position requires you to work weekends and weekdays, including any combination of early morning, midday, and evening hours.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Responsible for guarding during female only swim times.
Responsible for the safety of all swimmers during shift and for the interpretation and enforcement of all pool rules.
Responsible for performing chemical readings and helping to maintain pool conditions according to Maryland bathing code.
Responsible for routine cleanliness of pool area, including scrubbing deck, railings, scum-lines, and other areas around the pool.
Responsible for presenting a positive, professional image of the JCC to members and guests and for providing outstanding member service through information, service, and courtesy always.
Active participation in regularly scheduled in-service training.
Maintain a high degree of personal physical fitness and readiness to react in the event of an emergency.
Assist Aquatics staff in other areas as needed.
WHO YOU ARE:
Current Certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding. Candidates with Lifeguard certification from other agencies may be considered but will be required to successfully “cross-over” to American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification within the first 90 days of employment.
Current Certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer (including use of AED) & First Aid
Current Baltimore County and Baltimore City Pool Operator's certification required (we will assist with obtaining certification if hired)
May be required to successfully complete training in Bloodborne Pathogens, handling of hazardous materials (HAZMAT), Oxygen Administration, and child abuse prevention.
2 years lifeguarding experience preferred (must provide references from previous employer, if applicable)
Ability to work weekends and weekdays, including any combination of hours between 6am – 10pm, as well as potentially split shifts throughout a day.
Must be female to meet the needs of our orthodox population to guard during female only swim.
PHYSICAL SKILLS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment for lifeguards is usually hot and humid. Air quality within indoor pools may be reduced due to increased levels of chloramines and ammonia compounds produced from the disinfection of pool water.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually high.
Candidates should be able to swim 500 meters (550 yards) continuously in under 15 minutes, retrieve an object from…