Lifeguard

This is a part-time position. Available shifts are from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 

Lifeguards provide direct supervision of the pool and provide a quality experience to children and parents. Rules will be enforced in a polite, courteous, fair, and consistent manner, focusing on safety and the YMCA's core values. All YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures will be followed.

Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certification is required. Lifeguard certification will be provided upon hiring!

POSITION SUMMARY:  

Provide direct supervision of the pool. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on safety and YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Supervises activities in the pool. 
2. Maintain a high level of preparedness and readiness to act in the event of an emergency. 
3. Enforces rules in a polite, courteous, and fair and consistent manner. 
4. Attends staff meetings and in-service trainings. 
5. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. 
6. Maintain a positive relation with members, non-members, and other staff. 
7. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Red Cross certified lifeguard (or equivalent certification). 
2. Able to maintain scanning over long periods of time. 
3. At least 16 years of age. 
4. Strong problem-solving skills. 
5. Regular attendance and punctuality. 
6. Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire. 
7. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time. 
2. Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. 
3. Must be able to lift equipment weighing up to 20 pounds or remove a victim from the water in the event of an emergency. 
4. Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time. 
5. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
6. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate. 
7. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.