Lifeguard

ABOUT COMMONPOINT

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring a Lifeguard  situated within the Pool Clubs. 

Across the agency, our seasonal and part-time staff play a crucial role in driving our initiatives forward by supporting daily operations, program delivery, and organizational goals.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Agency Expectations:

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.

• Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.

• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.

• Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.

Role Expectations:

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed. 

•  Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies. 

• Administers first aid in the event of injury rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.

•  Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.

• Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.

• Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment, assists with chlorine residual water tests and with records and charts of water tests and records of accidents, and adds chemicals to pool water as directed. 

• Instructs or assists classes in the fundamentals of swimming as needed.

• Resolves scheduling conflicts to ensure a safe pool environment when competing programs/priorities require the use of aquatic facilities. 

• Job duties are subject to change based on changing needs.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY ATTRIBUTES: 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, & CPR certification 

• Must be at least 15 years of age 

• Strong knowledge of water safety practices, pool rules, and emergency procedures

• Ability to recognize hazardous conditions and respond quickly and effectively

• Ability to remain alert, attentive, and proactive in a high-risk environment

• Basic understanding of pool maintenance procedures, including water testing and chemical safety (training can be provided)

• Ability to enforce rules and communicate clearly and professionally with patrons of all ages

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

• Ability to assist with swim instruction or aquatic programming as needed

• Must be reliable, responsible, and punctual

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

KEY ATTRIBUTES: 

• Consistently shows up prepared, follows through on assigned responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines.

• Responds effectively to changing priorities, learns new tasks quickly, and applies feedback to improve performance.

• Adheres to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards, and represents the agency professionally in all interactions.