Lifeguard - Mornings

The YMCA of the USA is seeking an Aquatic Safety Specialist to join our team. As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for supervising the aquatics area to prevent accidents, assist swimmers, and respond to emergencies.

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area/body of water, know/review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately.
• Perform first aid when necessary and complete appropriate incident/accident reports.
• Know, understand, and consistently communicate policies and guidelines for the pool, body of water and whirlpool.
• Attend monthly in-service trainings.

• Minimum age of 18 preferred (limited shifts available for ages 15+).
• Current nationally accredited lifeguard certification (applicable for body of water being guarded).
• Current BLS and First Aid certifications.
• Certification required within 45 days of hire: Oxygen Administration (may not guard until certification is complete).
• Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere in the zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize swimmers in need of assistance.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize, respond and remedy unsafe situations.
• Ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and ages.
• Dedicated to member safety and the mission and philosophy of the YMCA.

• YMCA of the North membership.
• YMCA Program Discounts for your family.

The YMCA of the USA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all employees and members.