What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard - Outdoor Waterpark position at YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley?
Simone H., YMCA Lifeguard says, "My favorite thing about being a lifeguard at the Y is the community. The members, guests, and staff really make me enjoy coming into work every day. The interactions I have when at work have the power to change a bad day into a better one, and everyone is very helpful. The Y really is a team."
STARTING MAY 2025! THE LANDING YMCA WATERPARK WILL BE OPENING THIS SUMMER! LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION CLASSES WILL BE AVAILABLE EVERY WEEKEND BEGINNING IN MARCH.
PAY RATE: $12.00/hr
The Outdoor Waterpark lifeguard is responsible for the safety of all patrons in and around the pool area.
- Ensure the safety of all guests in and around the waterpark through constant awareness and scanning of all pools, waterslides and attractions
- Adhere to and enforce aquatic and waterpark rules
- Wear rescue fannie pack and rescue tube at all times while on duty.
- Provide first aid and emergency assistance as needed
- Assist with guest inquiries and general park operations
- Accurately record and submit incident reports as required.
Perks of working at the Y!
- Free individual YMCA membership! Discounts on programs
- Tuition Assistance
- Flexible schedules
- Child Care discount 25% (must work min 20 hrs/week to qualify); Summer Camp discounts
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Program
- Y Retirement Fund: Y pays 12% after employee meets eligibility requirements; 4030b available upon hire
We are looking for someone who displays the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and adheres to our mission. Must be lifeguard certified (classes provided through the YMCA if not already certified). This position is open to applicants 16 years of age and older. This position is outdoors. Must be able to handle the physical and environmental demands of the job.
The YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley is a 4-star rated Charity Navigator employer for over 16 years. "Only 2% of the charities we evaluate have received at least 11 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley outperforms most other charities in America." - Charity Navigator. We have also been voted "Best in the QC" by Locals Love Us several years in a row.
Salary : $12
