Head Lifeguard- Summer 2026

Old Colony YMCA•Stoughton, MA

21h

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director or Designee, the Head Lifeguard is responsible for the safety and well being of participants using the Old Colony Y Aquatic facility.

Requirements

Minimum 18 years old
1-3 years related experience
Current Lifeguard certification in either Red Cross, YMCA or Ellis and current certification in CPR, First Aid, AED and O2
Must cross-over to Ellis Lifeguard Certification within 30 days and YMCA cross-over within 3 months.
Must be able to perform all physical tasks of a Lifeguard as well as lift an adult male from the pool onto the pool deck.
Complete program specific and employee orientation training by required timeline.

Nice To Haves

Ellis or American Red Cross Lifeguard Trainer preferred

Responsibilities

Arrive on deck, in uniform, ready to open pool safely, promptly and at the scheduled time.
Schedule all lifeguards to ensure safety of pool facility.
When acting as a lifeguard/covering breaks, act as a role model guard and embody your expectations of the greater lifeguard team.
Plan & Perform ongoing in-services, VAT drops and drills to ensure daily rescue readiness of lifeguard staff.
Ensure all in-services and drills are logged and uploaded to teams
Ensure all depth markings, life jackets, and pool signage is in place and clearly reflects Old Colony YMCA’s swim test policy.
Consistently monitor lifeguards for rescue readiness & professionalism, including consistent scanning patterns, 5-minute strategy, well executed guard rotations, and proper guard placement to ensure clear view of each zone of coverage.
Check to ensure all safety equipment is in place, functional and branch emergency action plan is able to be carried out successfully. Report and problems in writing to Aquatics Driector
Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor on appropriate forms.
Attend all staff meetings scheduled by supervisor and provide updates on what you’ve been noticing/guard and facility feedback, etc
Adhere to opening & closing protocols following OCY approved checklists.
Ensure management of pool set-up based on scheduled activities.
Assist in moving lap lanes, swim testing, placement of depth markers/buoys, and proper fitting of PFDs.