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Lifeguard (Full-Time)

Asheville Jewish Community Center

  • Asheville, North Carolina
  • 21 days ago

    Highlights

    Qualifications, Education, & Certifications American Red Cross Lifeguarding / First Aid / CPR / AED Certification. In addition to lifeguarding responsibilities, Lifeguards are cross-trained to assist with basic front desk operations when needed.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAsheville, North Carolina

    Description

    Overview
    Reports To: Aquatics Director 
    Department: Aquatics 
    FLSA Classification: Full Time, non-exempt  
    Pay Rate (hourly):  $14.28/hr (30-40 hours p/week)
    Expected Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7am-2/3pm
     
    Lifeguards at the Asheville JCC ensure a safe aquatic environment while providing excellent service to members and guests. In addition to lifeguarding responsibilities, Lifeguards are cross-trained to assist with basic front desk operations when needed.
     
     
    What You'll Do
     

    Actively monitor and maintain constant vigilance over swimmer and member activity

    • Perform rescues and respond to emergencies as necessary

    • Enforce all pool safety rules using whistle and voice

    • Clear the pool during thunder or lightning

    • Prevent unsafe behaviors such as diving in shallow water or horseplay

    • Provide excellent customer service to members and guests

    • Respond to questions and concerns in a friendly and helpful manner

    • Test and record pool chemicals

    • Clean and organize:

    • Emergency equipment

    • Pool equipment

    • Bathrooms

    • Pool deck and furniture

    • Pool grounds

    • Sell concessions

    • Assist party and pool renters during events

    • Cross-trained as an assistant swim lesson instructor 

      Cross-trained to support the front desk, including:

      • Monitoring and opening the front entrance

      • Answering the phone

      • Checking in members

    • Follow all emergency, safety, and security procedures

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    What We're Looking For
    • Exceptional interpersonal skills
    • Exceptional verbal communication skills
    • Exceptional customer service skills
    • Ability to work with all age groups
    • Knowledge of Jewish culture, values, and traditions (not required)
    • Engaging, Responsive, Professional
     
    Qualifications, Education, & Certifications
    • American Red Cross Lifeguarding / First Aid / CPR / AED Certification 
       
    Physical Requirements
    • Must be willing to work outdoors in seasonal heat (100F+) or cold inclement weather
    • Required to know how to swim, and can swim a minimum of 300 yards
    • Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, bending, squatting, walking and climbing up minimal heights
    • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

    Why You'll Love Working Here

    Full-time employees enjoy 27+ paid days off (including PTO, sick days, and floating holidays), paid bereavement leave, free counseling services through EAN, ongoing professional development, tuition reimbursements, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401k plan, FREE CHILDCARE, membership at our state-of-the-art aquatics center, and complimentary use of meeting spaces. You’ll join a collaborative team that’s been building community in Asheville for more than 80 years.

    How to Apply

    HR Email: hr@jcc-asheville.org

    To apply, email HR at the email above. An automated email will be sent to you with a link to the official JCC application form. You’ll be able to attach your resume and cover letter directly through that form.

    The full job description will be provided during the interview process.


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