Certified Lifeguard - Parkville

YMCA Central Maryland•Parkville, MD

About The Position

The Certified Lifeguard helps create a safe, welcoming, and positive aquatic environment for members, guests, and program participants. The role involves monitoring the pool, responding to emergencies, enforcing safety requirements, and supporting the daily care and operation of the aquatic area. Lifeguards may also support aquatic programs, communicate with members and families, and help maintain an inclusive and respectful environment. Flexible availability is needed for opening, closing, and weekend shifts. The anticipated pay range is $16–$22.17 per hour. Placement within the range is based on relevant experience, education, qualifications, and internal equity. Eligible new hires may earn up to $400 in bonuses: $100 after completing onboarding and training, remaining employed for at least 30 calendar days, maintaining current Lifeguard certification, and working at least two priority shifts per week during the eligibility period; and an additional $300 after remaining employed for at least 90 calendar days, maintaining current certification, and continuing to work at least two priority shifts per week. Priority shifts include opening, closing, and weekend shifts. Bonus eligibility is confirmed after employment, certification, training, and scheduling requirements are verified; bonuses are subject to applicable payroll withholdings.

Requirements

Current and valid Lifeguard certification.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
Oxygen Administration certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Ability to successfully complete the Y in Central Maryland swim test.
Ability to maintain required certifications and demonstrate rescue skills.
Flexible availability, including days, evenings, and weekends.
Completion of required new-associate training, including Child Abuse Prevention, before the first scheduled shift.
Ability to communicate clearly, follow established procedures, and accept training and supervision.
Alertness, dependability, and commitment to safety.
Ability to respond calmly and confidently during emergencies.
Ability to communicate clearly and enforce pool rules consistently.
Ability to work independently while contributing to an aquatic team.

Responsibilities

Actively monitor swimmers and maintain appropriate surveillance of the pool area.
Enforce pool rules and Y safety requirements.
Respond quickly and appropriately to water-related emergencies.
Conduct required pool-chemical checks and make basic adjustments within established procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pool deck.
Inspect aquatic equipment and promptly report safety or maintenance concerns.
Set up and store equipment for lessons, programs, and events.
Engage positively with members and participants when not actively guarding.
Attend required in-service training, meetings, and skill evaluations.
Support Y aquatic programs and communicate appropriately with members and families.
Promote an inclusive and respectful environment.
Model the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.