Seasonal Lifeguard

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus

LIFEGUARD POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Seasonal Lifeguard
Dept No: 505
Department: Aquatics
Personnel Code: Support Staff
Status: Non-Exempt
Supervisor: Aquatics Director

Mission Statement:
The Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus is a human service agency offering a varied program that is Jewish in nature. It is committed to enhancing the quality of individual and family life through the promotion of physical, intellectual and spiritual wellness. It provides educational and cultural programs that reflect the Jewish heritage, health related activities and many services to the community at large. Through its wide array of programs, the JCC pursues its mission of strengthening the individual, family and community. Revised by the Board of Trustees on April 16, 2012

Vision Statement:
The JCC nurtures a passion for Jewish learning and living. Through programs and services, the JCC provides comfortable and inviting environments in which the community can thrive

Agency Expectations:

• Support the mission of the JCC
• Ensure the highest quality of programs and services and possess a working knowledge of agency programs and services
• Represent the agency and provide the highest quality of customer service to individuals and groups
• Welcome, thank, and engage JCC members and guests daily
• Treat fellow staff with respect
• Adhere to all policies and practices in the employee handbook
  Wear JCC Staff ID badge and attend appropriate staff meetings

Position Summary:
The primary responsibility of the lifeguard is ensuring the safety and well-being of all persons using the pool. This is accomplished by enforcing all JCC policies, procedures, and rules, remaining alert, and being prepared to act in any emergency to prevent accidents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain complete knowledge of Aquatics Manual policies and procedures
• Major duties include:
• Enforce all rules of the Jewish Community Center
• Control crowds and maintain a safe swimming environment
• Inform your supervisor of potentially dangerous situations
• Be professional, alert, courteous, and tactful and remain prepared for emergencies
• Perform rescues and provide First Aid when necessary
• Report all injuries and rescues to the Aquatics Supervisor
• Complete all required documentation immediately after any accident or incident; documentation must be descriptive, detailed, and accurate
• Scan the entire area of responsibility every 20 seconds
• Know emergency procedures for life-threatening and non-life-threatening situations
• Respond first to any situation requiring First Aid or emergency action
• Vacuum the pool daily
• Refrain from unnecessary talking or visiting with members; refer lengthy questions to the supervisor
• No eating, reading, or cell phone use, including texting, while on duty
• Ensure all lifesaving equipment is in proper working order
• Keep unauthorized personnel and equipment off the lifeguard stand
• Be on time for scheduled shifts and participate in all in-service programs
• Enforce pool security rules; members should enter through the Fitness Welcome Center or the pool gate
• Lifeguards rotate every 30 minutes during Spring, Winter, and Fall and every 15 minutes in Summer; during down time check bathrooms, trash, and deck for cleanliness
• Watch for weak swimmers and anticipate problem situations before accidents occur
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Education:

• Standard First Aid, CPRPR, and Lifeguard training
• Experience: None
• Special Skills: Must pass a pre-employment skills test and be able to lift 50 lbs.