Certified Lifeguard - Abingdon (Ward)

YMCA Central Maryland • Abingdon, MD

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About The Position

As a Y Lifeguard, you will help create a safe, welcoming, and positive aquatic environment for members, guests, and program participants. You will monitor the pool, respond to emergencies, enforce safety requirements, and support the daily care and operation of the aquatic area. The role requires alertness, dependability, calm emergency response, clear communication, consistent enforcement of pool rules, and the ability to work independently while contributing to an aquatic team. Flexible availability is needed for opening, closing, and weekend shifts.

The anticipated pay range is $16–$22.17 per hour. Placement within the range depends 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 valid lifeguard certification, and working at least two priority shifts per week during the eligibility period; and an additional $300 retention bonus after at least 90 calendar days of active employment, subject to the same certification and priority-shift requirements. Priority shifts include opening, closing, and weekend shifts. Eligibility is verified against employment, certification, training, and scheduling requirements, and 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.
• Complete 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.

Benefits

• Eligible lifeguards may earn up to $400 in new-hire bonuses: a $100 sign-on bonus and a $300 retention bonus, subject to stated eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed