Lifeguard Summer Seasonal at JCC OF CENTRAL NJ INC – SCOTCH PLAINS, New Jersey

Lifeguard - Summer Seasonal

June 29 - August 21, 2026

The JCC of Central New Jersey is a non-profit agency whose mission is to educate, enrich and empower our community – from generation to generation. The JCC offers educational, recreational, fitness & wellness, cultural and communal programs and activities to people of all abilities and all stages of life.

Summary of Position:

The JCC is looking for people who love the water and understand the importance of pool safety to serve as a certified Lifeguard in our Aquatics department. This is a seasonal, overtime non-exempt position reporting to the Aquatics director. Seasonal hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Key Responsibilities:

· Maintain the health and safety of all participants through:

Continually and properly surveilling all areas of responsibility (indoor pool, outdoor pools, and deck area)

Using effective Preventive Lifeguarding as an integral part of this surveillance

Educating swimmers of pool rules; enforcing and personally practicing all pool rules and regulations

· Perform appropriate rescues, including administering first aid/CPR as needed

· Follow JCC guidelines for opening and closing pools

· Present oneself in an appropriate and professional manner at all times, including swimsuit, whistle, JCC Lifeguard t-shirt, rescue tube, and shorts

· Represent and promote the JCC in a positive manner at all times

· Test the water in the pool at least once every two hours

· Perform routine maintenance tasks as needed, such as cleaning bleachers, sweeping the deck and the pool, and other tasks needed to maintain a clean and healthy atmosphere

· Complete all required records and reports, such as accident reports, and chemistry and user logs as needed

· Attend and participate in pre-season trainings

· Correct and immediately report any unsafe conditions or hazards in the pool areas

· Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualification

· Valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding with Professional Rescue CPR/ / AED certification

Physical Requirements:

· Work with pool chemicals as needed

· Complete 300-yard swim

· Spend prolonged amount of time in swimming pool

· Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Compensation: Pay starts at $16/hour and may vary based on experience

Key Benefits Offered:

· Complimentary individual membership to the JCC June 1- August 31

· Access to fitness Center, gymnasium and pool June 1 - August 31

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The JCC promotes a diverse workforce where all employees are treated fairly. All employees must work together with mutual respect. The Center complies with all applicable state and federal

laws and holds its employees accountable to do the same.