Lifeguard

Lifeguard – Convent of the Sacred Heart, 91st Street, New York, NY

This part‑time, year‑round position requires vigilance and care for the safety of a 6‑lane, 25‑yard pool, the surrounding deck, and adjacent locker rooms. The lifeguard will work all shifts—morning, afternoon, and evening—and may be assigned to any pool shift ranging from 1:30 pm to 9:00 pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The position is located in a 55,000 SF Athletics and Wellness Center at 406 East 91st Street and reports directly to the Aquatics Director.

• Ensure the safety of the pool and surrounding areas.
• Maintain vigilance and alertness throughout all shifts.
• Respond promptly to any incident or emergency in the pool area, including locker rooms.
• Enforce pool rules for all clients and programs.
• Keep the pool deck and surrounding areas clean and organized.
• Coordinate with security staff for effective communication and emergency response.
• Perform general duties as directed by the Aquatics Director.
• Assist in the development, marketing, and management of the Cardinal Swim Program.
• Check lifeguard equipment regularly and notify the Aquatics Director of any safety issues.
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders daily for program development, management, and maintenance.
• Represent the Convent of the Sacred Heart and its mission to all patrons.

• Certified Professional Rescuer with up‑to‑date CPR, First Aid, and AED training.
• Physical ability to perform routine pool duties, including lifting and moving pool lines, lifeguard stands, touch pads, and other equipment.
• Experience working with youth and/or in aquatics environments.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Record of integrity, reliability, and punctuality.
• Willingness to assist with additional responsibilities as directed by the Aquatics Director or Division Head of Athletics & Wellness.
• Excellent customer service skills—energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with patrons of all ages.
• Comfortable working with very young children and all age groups.
• Demonstrated patience and empathy.
• Ability to handle and resolve conflicts professionally and tactfully.
• Capability to work independently and make quick decisions.
• Flexibility with work hours.

• Hourly rates from $20/hour to $24/hour, commensurate with experience.
• Certification and renewal courses offered free of charge to employees.

It is the policy of Sacred Heart to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. This means that all employees and applicants will be treated on an equal basis without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital and partnership status, citizenship status, caregiver status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, height or weight, predisposing genetic characteristics, criminal history, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local law (collectively referred to herein as "Protected Classifications").

In addition to the Protected Classifications set forth in this EEO Policy, the School also prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on being a certified medical marijuana patient, pre‑employment marijuana testing, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, arrest or conviction, or domestic violence victim status in accordance with state law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to: hiring, training, faculty development, transfers, promotion, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, employee facilities, termination, and retirement.