Posted 4 days ago
Aquatics - Lifeguard (Fall 2026)
ManhattanOn-sitePart-time
AI Summary
Manhattan Youth is hiring certified Lifeguards to ensure pool safety and a welcoming environment, working evenings and weekends. They enforce policies, maintain cleanliness, and provide excellent customer service to members and families.
About this role
Manhattan Youth is seeking certified Lifeguards to join our aquatics team at our Downtown Community Center in Tribeca. Candidates must be punctual, reliable, personable, and have a strong desire to work with children and families.
This is a part-time position. Our pool is open:
This is a part-time position. Our pool is open:
- Monday-Friday 8:30am-9:00pm
- Saturday and Sunday 8:30am-5:00pm
We are specifically seeking candidates with evening and/or weekend availability.
Pay: $18-22/hr, depending upon experience. Candidates who also have experience teaching swim lessons may be eligible for $22/hr+.
Pay: $18-22/hr, depending upon experience. Candidates who also have experience teaching swim lessons may be eligible for $22/hr+.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet all members to the facility and create a warm, welcoming family environment
- Prioritize safety with a proactive, preventative lifeguarding approach
- Enforce all aquatics facility policies, rules and regulations
- Maintain a clean and safe environment including but not limited to pool, pool deck, restrooms, locker rooms, steam room, and surrounding areas
- Wear proper uniform and be alert and ready to respond at all times
- Perform other related job duties as required
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Certified Lifeguard (Must hold valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certifications, or equivalent as recognized by the NYC-DOH)
- CPR/AED certification, renewed within last 12 months
- Ability to maintain a positive and energetic attitude and contribute to a positive team culture
- Swim instructor experience or experience working directly with children in a camp or childcare setting is a plus
- Evening or weekend availability is a plus
Benefits
We offer a pleasant work environment with flexible schedules. On-site recertifying is provided for active employees.
Skills
American Red Cross Lifeguard CertificationChildcare ExperienceCPR/AED CertificationLifeguardingSWIM INSTRUCTION
