Certified Lifeguard - Parkville

The Y in Central Maryland•Parkville, MD

3d•$16 - $22

About The Position

The Y in Central Maryland is seeking a Certified Lifeguard to help create a safe, welcoming, and positive aquatic environment for members, guests, and program participants. The role includes monitoring the pool, responding to emergencies, enforcing safety requirements, and supporting the daily care and operation of the aquatic area. Lifeguards should be alert, dependable, committed to safety, and able to communicate clearly, respond calmly in emergencies, work independently and as part of an aquatic team, and create positive experiences for people of all ages and backgrounds. Flexible availability is needed for opening, closing, and weekend shifts. The anticipated pay range is $16–$22.17 per hour, with placement based on relevant experience, education, qualifications, and internal equity. Eligible lifeguards may earn up to $400 in new-hire bonuses: a $100 sign-on bonus after completing onboarding and training, remaining actively 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 retention bonus after 90 calendar days of employment while meeting the certification and priority-shift requirements. Priority shifts include opening, closing, and weekend shifts. Bonuses are subject to applicable payroll withholdings. The Y offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, paid time off, medical, dental and vision benefits, a dependent care FSA, an employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, career advancement opportunities, and training and development programs. Associates must follow the Code of Conduct with Youth, complete child abuse prevention training, and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.

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.

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.