Job Description

Lifeguard Position at Bay Harbor Yacht Club

Join us as a Lifeguard at Bay Harbor Yacht Club, where you'll play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our members and guests. This position involves maintaining a vigilant watch over the pool and beach areas, responding to emergencies, and enforcing safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have lifeguarding experience, CPR/First Aid training, and strong communication skills. If you are committed to promoting a safe aquatic environment and have exceptional customer service abilities, we encourage you to apply. Be part of our dedicated team ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone at Bay Harbor Yacht Club! We are looking for full-time and part-time Lifeguards with an estimated start date of June 1st. Shifts are generally either 10 AM - 6 PM or Noon to 8 PM but we can be flexible around your schedule!

Bay Harbor Yacht Club, a private club located near Petoskey, MI, provides breathtaking views and exceptional service for both guests and members year-round. BHYC boasts several exquisite restaurants, multiple recreational outlets, and large event spaces, all situated on the Bay Harbor marina. We recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation which included expanded summer seasonal dining, a new Grille Room, State of the Art Fitness Center, Aquatics Center and a Relaxation Spa!

The BHYC Benefits Package for seasonal employees includes:

• FREE employee meals- lunch and dinner program
• Discounts on BHYC Retail and Spa merchandise
• On-the-job training- we train all skill levels!
• Employee referral program bonuses
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Uniform Attire
• Flexible Scheduling

If you are looking for a fun place to work with some of the best views in Northern Michigan, look no further than Bay Harbor Yacht Club!

Job Duties

• Greet and acknowledge members and guests
• Log name of members and guests that enter pool or beach
• Maintain continuous surveillance of people in swimming pool or beach
• Ensure appropriate headcount of people involved in pool or beach on hourly basis
• Call out warnings to people who venture too far in the water or are in imminent danger
• Determine safety risks and potential hazards to take measures to prevent accidents
• Control and report unruly behavior and evict individuals not adhering to behavior protocols
• Determine safety risks at regular checks throughout shift
• Perform CPR and first aid according to demands of adverse situations
• Perform water rescues as necessary
• Assist with cleaning of the beach and pool areas, including refreshing bathrooms, cleaning up trash, and other duties as assigned
• Communicate with other department members and supervisors/managers on any emergencies/safety risks
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in lifeguard field or related areas preferred
• High School Diploma preferred
• CPR/First Aid Training Certificate required
• Lifeguard Training Certificate required
• Ability to perform in emergency situations
• Must be able to swim
• Must be able to work some weekends, evenings and/or holidays

Job Competencies

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work activities
• Strong interpersonal skills required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be flexible and self-motivated
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Being able to work alone or as a team

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