Lifeguard

Under the direction of the Aquatics Leadership team, the certified lifeguard maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Further the lifeguard creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Be identifiable with a lifeguard shirt, whistle, swimsuit, hip pack and rescue tube.
• Enforce pool rules and proactively address members to maintain a safe environment.
• Observe swimmers and be ready to prevent serious injuries.
• Review emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with the emergency action plan (EAP) and provide first aid care when needed.
• Complete incident reports as required and inform Aquatic Leadership Team of issues.
• Maintain effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.
• Check the pool and deck for hazardous conditions when arriving and throughout the shift.
• Performs chemical testing every two hours during lifeguarding shift. Notify Aquatic Leadership Team of issues.
• Attend 2-hour mandatory in-service sessions monthly and participate in scheduled and unscheduled rescue drills. 
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 15 years of age.
• Current YMCA lifeguard certification or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Must be able to consistently demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Must be able to maintain a positive attitude towards members and staff.