Aquatic Lifeguard Job Description - Required Certifications, Duties, Responsibilities, Salary

Sep 13, 2026

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Aquatic lifeguards at the Merage JCC Aquatic Center are responsible for maintaining a fun, safe swimming environment for members, guests, and JCC staff. The role emphasizes patron safety, rule enforcement, accident prevention, facility cleanliness, and strong customer service. In emergencies, lifeguards follow JCC emergency and incident procedures, report incidents or maintenance issues to the Aquatics Director, and complete required documentation. The job requires current lifeguarding certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid/AED, along with daily maintenance and in-service training attendance.

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Aquatic Lifeguard Job Description Merage JCC Aquatic Center 1 Federation Way, Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92603 949-435-3400 ext. 144 Fax \# 949-435-3401 Email: [chrisd@jccoc.org](chrisd@jccoc.org) [www.jccoc.org](www.jccoc.org) Required Certifications: (All qualifications must be current and on file in the aquatics office.) 1. Lifeguarding Certification 2. CPR for the Professional Rescuer 3. First Aid/AED Certification Job Summary: Lifeguards must ensure a fun, yet safe swimming environment for all users of the facility. This includes: patron safety, enforcing the rules, accident prevention, keeping the facility clean, and providing excellent customer service to all members, guests, and JCC staff. Job Description 􀁸 In an emergency, follow the JCC emergency and incident procedures. Report any incidents, or maintenance problems to the Aquatics Director. 􀁸 Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the aquatics facility, which includes picking up litter, toys, and towels around the pool area. 􀁸 Perform the required daily maintenance. 􀁸 Attend required in-service trainings, and staff meetings. 􀁸 Dress in the required uniform while on duty. Shirt and shoes must be worn in the Sports & Fitness Center at all times. 􀁸 Be alert at all times. Reading, eating or socializing while on rotation is prohibited. 􀁸 Must be on time for all shifts, including rotations. Responsible for all assigned shifts. Must complete proper documentation for any schedule changes and time-off requests. 􀁸 Responsible for reading all information posted on the bulletin board in the guardroom. 􀁸 Know and follow payroll procedures. Time sheets and commission forms must be completed by the payroll deadline. 􀁸 May require lifting (up to 50 pounds), sitting, standing, bending, reaching, swimming and a normal range of hearing and vision. 􀁸 And other duties as assigned Specific Responsibilities: 􀁸 Be prepared mentally and physically to execute water rescues and/or administer appropriate care. 􀁸 Must possess strong leadership abilities, customer service skills, and the ability to resolve problems effectively. 􀁸 Team player with a positive attitude of support and involvement with the ability to support and encourage others on the team. Salary: 􀁸 This position is hourly. 􀁸 Hours Available: 6 – 8 per week 􀁸 Early Bird Lifeguard Shift-Must be able to ensure arrival at 4:45am to open pools, opening guards receive increased pay.

FAQs

What certifications are required for this aquatic lifeguard position?

Candidates must have current Lifeguarding Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid/AED Certification on file in the aquatics office.

What are the core duties of the lifeguard?

Lifeguards ensure patron safety, enforce facility rules, prevent accidents, keep the pool area clean, follow emergency and incident procedures, and provide excellent customer service.

What are the salary and weekly hours for this position?

The position is hourly with 6–8 hours available per week, and early bird shifts require arrival at 4:45am with increased pay for opening guards.

Sep 13, 2026

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