Full Time Lifeguard

Job Details Job Location: Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center - Denver, CO 80246 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $19.29 - $20.00 Hourly Job Shift: Swing JCC Denver is a vibrant community hub dedicated to connecting, building relationships, and enhancing our members' overall health and well-being. With over 100,000 square feet of space, we offer high-quality programming for all ages, including fitness, wellness, aquatics, childcare, summer camps, and much more. The JCC Aquatics Center provides access to indoor and outdoor pools year-round, with approximately 85 hours of operation a week. Role and Responsibilities Normal work hours: Varied to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Ensure the 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 the water/deck area. Conduct ongoing maintenance: adjust feeders, when necessary, check the operation of the pump and flow meter, vacuum the pool, wash down the 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. Be timely and punctual when reporting to work. Ensure the aquatic area is safe, clean, and orderly. Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications High school education or comparable work experience. Valid CPR certification. Valid standard First Aid certification. Valid Lifeguard certification from the American Red Cross. Preferred Qualifications Effective leadership skills and a strong work ethic. Excellent customer service skills with an energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational attitude. Professional manner, discretion, and appearance. Able to show initiative and make decisions, must be able to troubleshoot and anticipate problems. 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, and responsibility and be able to meet deadlines. Possess effective verbal/written communication and expression. Adaptable and flexible under stressful and/or unusual situations. Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury. Physical/Mental Requirements (ADA Compliance) Mental requirements include, but are not limited to, the ability to concentrate, take the initiative, cope with stress, and adapt to and stay alert in a business environment. The position may require exposure to extreme weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, cold, and snow. To perform the job's essential duties, the employee must be able to speak, hear, see, and walk more than 2 miles daily, see, and walk more than 2 miles each day. Standing and sitting on the floor. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Benefits Overview Full-time employees of JCC Denver are considered benefits eligible. NOTE: There are both part-time and full-time positions for this role. This posting is for a full-time position. JCC Denver contributes a portion of medical, dental, and vision plan premiums. The Center proudly pays for 100% of Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage for benefits-eligible employees. Additional voluntary benefit plans are also available. JCC Denver offers a 401(K) Plan available for elective deferral contributions for employees over 21 years of age with no waiting period. JCC Denver matches 50% of employee contributions, up to 3%, on a 5-year vesting schedule. Paid Time Off (PTO) is a day-one benefit, accrued based on years of service and in compliance with the Colorado Health Families & Workplaces Act. First-year, benefits-eligible employees may accrue up to 120 hours of PTO in their first year of service. JCC Denver also provides paid holidays and up to 4 additional “Floating Holidays” per year, prorated based on the date of hire. Full-time employees are eligible for various discounts, including up to 50% off for JCC Denver’s Preschool and Summer Camp childcare programs, free and discounted tickets to arts and culture events, discounted program and class costs, and more. Full-time employees receive a complimentary family gym membership, which includes year-round access to JCC Denver’s fitness center and heated pool. All employees are eligible to join the “Jewish Community Centers of North America” (JCCNA) community, which includes access to the JCCNA’s resource center, ongoing professional development and networking opportunities, as well as educational stipends for qualifying employees. The Jewish Community Center values diversity and inclusiveness and is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Denver, CO