Lifeguard

JOB DESCRIPTION

IDENTIFICATION:

Job Title: Lifeguard

FLSA Status: non-exempt Wage: $11.50-$14/hr or doe

Status: P/T, schedule varies, 5-25 hours/week Department: Aquatics

Reports to: Director of Aquatics Revision Date: 3/2025

POSITION SUMMARY: The lifeguard is responsible for maintaining order in the pool area at all times. Primary responsibility is to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of a lifeguard. Assures safety of all pool participants, both members and non-members as well as all job duties of a swim instructor. Must be able to thrive in an environment with the unique challenges of a non-profit community service organization. Works with limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Ensures a safe environment for all members and non-members using any part of the aquatic facility.

· Takes pool attendance assuring the 1:25 ratio is being met and maintains related records, as required.

· When off stand assures the deck and guard area is well maintained and free of clutter.

· Cleans and maintains the pool area, office, guardroom, deck and surrounding areas.

· Assists Lead Staff and Director in maintaining chemical balance, cleanliness and documentation of chemical use.

· Knows and enforces all rules of sanitation and care of the pool as required by State Law and the YMCA.

· Recommends disciplinary measures of disorderly individuals; prepares incident report and if necessary refers the to the Director.

· Identifies potential hazards around the pool area that may be dangerous and corrects them or reports to the Director.

· Understands Aquatic Center Emergency Action Plan as evidenced by signature of Instructions and Training Manual familiarization for the file.

· Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe behaviors or areas.

· Scans pool at all times and maintains safety standards by standing on deck, patrolling, or sitting in an elevated lifeguard chair.

· Moves position, as necessary, to have full view of the assigned zone, both above and below the water surface, including the bottom of the pool. When more than one guard is on duty, they shall be stationed in different positions for best coverage of the area and shall rotate their viewing position every thirty minutes.

· Attends monthly In-Service Trainings, and staff meetings with the Program Director and other management team members as requested, as well as any trainings required by the YMCA.

· Know and enforces emergency procedures and safety regulations in order to ensure participant safety.

· Communicates with other Lifeguards, Instructors, and Management on any potential concerns related to the operation of the pool and Aquatics programs.

· Provides assistance to participants, providing information on rules and programs in a helpful and positive manner.

· Adheres to Aquatics Department employee performance expectations. See Attached.

· Adheres to the Mission of the YMCA at all times and implements the Character Development traits of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility into the swim lessons program.

· Attends required YMCA trainings.

· Exemplify the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility when interacting with members, non-members, and other staff members.

· Completes required child sexual abuse prevention training, comply with legal and ethical obligation as a mandatory reporter of suspected child abuse and cooperate fully with any investigation of such abuse

· Smile and make connections with members and non-members

· Rescues swimmers in danger of drowning and administers first aid.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum age is 15 years old

Required – Certification in CPR, First Aid and Lifeguarding, can be obtained at the Y

Preferred – Lifeguarding experience, and swim instruction experience or willingness to be trained

Preferred – Experience with children or willingness to be trained

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Work effectively in a group as a team member.

· Interpret and enforce all safety and health regulations.

· Ability to respond to emergency situations.

· Ability to build genuine relationships with participants and maintain a welcoming environment with people from all walks of life.

· Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work enthusiastically within constantly changing priorities.

· Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to create and maintain positive relationships and work with a diverse group of individuals.

· Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle conflicts in a timely and professional manner.

· Must be able to occasionally work varied shifts dependent on events and staffing needs.

· Must be able to work autonomously within the Y core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Must be able to work with limited supervision.

· Must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

· Must be able to communicate clearly to all children, parents, members and company personnel.

· Ability to attend all trainings and meetings as required even if scheduled outside normal working or regular scheduled hours.

· Present a clean, well-groomed appearance.

· Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.

· Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

· Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 75 pounds in weight and Adults of various sizes in need of care.

· Occasionally must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.

· Frequently may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.

This job description is not to be used as the only reference for the position. It is to be used as a base guideline for defining ones role. Performance reviews and regular discussions will outline further expectations and goals of the position. My signature indicates that I have received a copy of this job description, understand what the YMCA’s requirements and positions expectations, and meet the QUALIFICATIONS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES LISTED.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11.50 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $14