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Jakob Anderson

Columbia

Summary

Professional with experience in safety and leadership, prepared for this role. Proven ability to manage emergency situations, enforce safety protocols, and train team members. Strong focus on team collaboration, reliable, and adaptable to changing needs. Skills include CPR, first aid, and water rescue techniques, combined with a calm and decisive personality. Associate's Degree from the Criminal Justice school at Middlesex College

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Lifeguard / Pool Manager (Seasonal)

Bound Brook Recreation
05.2021 - 09.2025
  • Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety and risk management protocols.
  • Provided customer service and responded to inquiries and complaints for optimal guest satisfaction.
  • Enhanced swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations consistently.
  • Responded to life-threatening emergencies and provided first aid and CPR.
  • Cooperated fully with manager to identify areas of concern and ascertain reliable methods for remediation.
  • Advanced personal professional development participated in advanced lifesaving courses, such American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification course.
  • Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.

Lifeguard

YMCA Aquatics
10.2024 - 08.2025
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.

Lifeguard/Pool Maintenance (Seasonal)

Dream Pool
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
  • Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
  • Conducted routine water tests to maintain proper chemical balance, ensuring optimal swimming conditions for patrons.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.

Sales Associate

LoveSac
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.

Youth Baseball Coach (Seasonal)

Zoned Sports Academy
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Collaborated with other coaches to exchange ideas and refine coaching techniques for better results on the field.
  • Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in youth baseball coaching, ensuring the highest level of instruction for players.
  • Enhanced player performance by implementing effective drills and practice routines.
  • Assisted players in setting and achieving individual goals, resulting in personal growth and development.
  • Developed positive relationships with parents, schools and community.
  • Mentored young athletes in developing leadership qualities that translated into success both on the field and beyond their baseball careers.

Education

College for Criminal Justice -

Middlesex County College
08.2025

High School Diploma - undefined

Bound Brook High School
Bound Brook, NJ
06.2023

Skills

  • Physical Fitness
  • Swimming (5 years)
  • Surveillance
  • Sports Coaching (2 years)
  • Sales
  • Experience with Children (3 years)
  • Mentoring (3 years)
  • Teaching
  • Microsoft Word/Power Point/ Excel
  • Leadership
  • Customer Service
  • Certified in CPR/AED

Additional Info

  • College Athlete
  • 4 Year Varsity Athlete
  • 2 Year Varsity Captain
  • Class President
  • Varsity Sportsmanship Award
  • Varsity Captains Award
  • Class Graduation Community Volunteer Award
  • Rho Kappa History Honors Society


Timeline

Lifeguard

YMCA Aquatics
10.2024 - 08.2025

Lifeguard/Pool Maintenance (Seasonal)

Dream Pool
06.2023 - 08.2024

Sales Associate

LoveSac
11.2022 - 02.2023

Youth Baseball Coach (Seasonal)

Zoned Sports Academy
09.2022 - 11.2022

Head Lifeguard / Pool Manager (Seasonal)

Bound Brook Recreation
05.2021 - 09.2025

High School Diploma - undefined

Bound Brook High School

College for Criminal Justice -

Middlesex County College

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