Seasonal Lifeguard

GENERAL SUMMARY Under the direction of the Director of Aquatics, the Lifeguard is responsible for supervising the pool and swimmers to ensure pool rules are followed and safety is a top priority.

• Supervise the activities of swimmers by consistently enforcing rules and regulations
• Notify swimmers of improper activities or hazards
• Rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning when indicated and provide rescue breathing, CPR and First Aid
• Notify Aquatics Director of any accidents, rescues, or problems
• Report to the Aquatic Director any equipment that is in need of repair
• Answer inquiries pertaining to the use of the pool and Aquatics services offered
• Direct all helpful suggestions from participants and others to Aquatic Director or Club Management
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings
• Available to work weekdays, weekends and holidays as needed as hours are not guaranteed and can change at any time
• Be on time for your shift and for rotations throughout the day. Be ready to work which includes being dressed in uniform (sunscreen applied) and wearing your Rescue Tubes and First Aid pack each day. Check your pack for its proper contents daily at the start of the shift
• Help keep pool deck clean, safe and organized
• Follow all safety procedures and precautions
• Give high quality customer service
• Give full attention to the pool/swimmers while in the guard chair. Do not converse; if a member needs assistance, please refer them to the Head Lifeguard or to the Service Desk.

• Flexibility in work schedule, as job may require day and evening shifts, weekends, and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Current Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR, AED & First Aid certifications
• Knowledge of water hazards, lifesaving techniques and first aid, recognize hazardous situations, and adopt effective courses of action
• Effective communication skills and engage positively with membership
• Require attentiveness to visual and audible cues for recognition and identification of swimmers in distress or in process of unsafe behaviors
• Requires proficient swimming ability and the proper application of rescue and first-aid techniques
• Ability to properly extract victims from the pool(s) to the deck
• Oral Comprehension and Expression --Ability to understand and communicate so others can understand ideas and information

• Work is typically performed outdoors in varying and occasionally extreme (hot) weather conditions
• Ability to arrive at work on time for all scheduled shifts; ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays required
• Must be flexible, adaptable, and readily able to adjust to changes in the work environment
• Position requires daily public contact
• May need to problem solve difficult situations and deal with upset people
• Must frequently move 10 pounds and, in the event of an emergency, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Mobility around and in the pool

An Equal Opportunity Employer. The Bay Club Company ("TBCC") provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics as required by law.

Estimated Base Pay Range: $19.20 - $20.20 / hour

Other Compensation And Benefits:
At the Bay Club, we offer programs and perks that cultivate a healthy and active workplace environment. Perks include Club Membership, Competitive Compensation, Discounts on club services and amenities, Continuing Education, Community Involvement, Paid Time off, Health Insurance, and eligibility for Full-Time status (starting at 25 average hours of work per week).

LA County:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.