Certified Lifeguard - Catonsville

The Y in Central Maryland•Catonsville, MD

3d•$16 - $22

About The Position

The Certified Lifeguard helps create a safe, welcoming, and positive aquatic environment for members, guests, and program participants. The role includes actively monitoring the pool, responding to emergencies, enforcing safety requirements, and supporting the daily care and operation of the aquatic area. Lifeguards also assist with aquatic programs, equipment setup and storage, pool-deck upkeep, and positive communication with members and families. Associates are expected to promote an inclusive and respectful environment and model the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The position requires current lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications, along with Oxygen Administration certification or the ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire. Candidates must pass the Y in Central Maryland swim test, maintain required certifications, demonstrate rescue skills, and complete required onboarding and training before their first scheduled shift. Flexible availability is required, including days, evenings, and weekends; opening, closing, and weekend shifts are priority shifts for bonus eligibility. 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, subject to employment, certification, training, and scheduling requirements. The Y in Central Maryland offers flexible schedules, competitive pay, paid time off, medical, dental and vision benefits, dependent care FSA, employer contributions to the Y retirement fund, career advancement opportunities, and training and development programs. Associates must follow the Code of Conduct with Youth and complete child abuse prevention training.

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.
Ability to communicate clearly, follow established procedures, and accept training and supervision.
Completion of required new-associate training, including Child Abuse Prevention, before the first scheduled shift.

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.
Complete required onboarding and training, including Child Abuse Prevention, before the first scheduled shift.
Follow the Code of Conduct with Youth and applicable reporting requirements for suspected mistreatment.