Lifeguards / Swim Instructors

The Paperny Family JCC is seeking Lifeguards and Swim Instructors to join our team under the supervision of our Aquatics Manager.

Responsibilities

• Uphold a high standard of safety in the pool, hot tub, and sauna areas.
• Perform 15-minute walk cycles and scan the pool every 20 seconds.
• Enforce and educate patrons on pool, hot tub, and sauna rules and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of pool statistics, including head counts every 30 minutes.
• Set up the pool according to the schedule, including lane ropes, toys, and equipment.
• Perform swim tests for children.
• Conduct regular water tests and understand healthy water parameters.
• Respond to water contaminations as outlined by legislation.
• Enforce pre-swim showers and no shoes on deck.
• Prepare for lessons using Lifesaving Society (LS) resources, including lesson plans and awards guides.
• Meet candidates at designated areas, take attendance, and evaluate progress.
• Transfer names to LS exam sheets and provide constructive feedback to candidates.
• Submit group inter-term reports midway through lessons.
• Advise management of attendance changes or candidate updates.
• Keep all certifications current and attend lifeguarding in-services.
• Maintain high aquatic fitness standards.
• Check communication and schedules regularly via Facebook and WhenToWork.
• Respond to team requests within 24 hours via Facebook, WhenToWork, email, or text.
• Follow protocols for requesting shift subs or trades.
• Arrive 5–10 minutes before shift start; notify the customer service desk if late.
• End shifts as scheduled once a replacement has arrived.
• Wear proper attire: guard shirt, name tag, whistle, fanny pack, and radio.
• Complete time sheets accurately and on time.
• Commit to a minimum of two shifts per month and four in-services per year.
• Understand all Aquatics department services and programs.
• Regularly greet and engage with patrons in a friendly manner.
• Maintain a high level of organization and cleanliness in pool and deck areas.
• Store and clean up personal belongings promptly in designated areas.
• Periodically walk through change rooms to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Handle member complaints courteously; escalate unresolved issues to management.
• Complete opening and closing procedures.
• Respect and care for equipment; report and remove unsafe items.
• Perform minor and major maintenance duties as per the Weekly Maintenance Check List.
• Know and follow facility emergency procedures.
• Demonstrate proficiency in first aid, CPR, and AED.
• Respond to emergencies calmly and confidently.
• Assist in organizing, promoting, running, and cleaning up special events or programs as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current National Lifeguard certification.
• Current Lifesaving Instructor certification.
• Current Standard First Aid certification.
• Current CPR C certification.