Opening Lifeguard (5-9am) - Mukwonago

YMCA of Greater Waukesha County•Mukwonago, WI

19h•$16 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and in accordance with Association policies, the Lifeguard helps create a welcoming, nurturing, and genuine environment for members and guests. The role involves motivating others through swimming and aquatics, communicating effectively with members, parents, and students, and exercising mature judgment and sound decision-making. The Lifeguard maintains safe swimming conditions, responds to emergencies, helps keep pool and surrounding areas clean, and works scheduled shifts at the Mukwonago YMCA.

Requirements

Pass an advanced swimming and rescue skills test.
Hold YMCA Lifeguard or Red Cross lifeguard certification.
Be at least 15 years of age.
Exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making.
Relate to people in a positive but firm manner.
Be observant and safety-conscious.
React calmly and quickly in an emergency.
Effectively communicate information about YMCA programs to members and participants.
Lift at least 50 pounds and have a full range of body movement.
Obtain and maintain Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and AED certifications.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming, nurturing, and genuine environment for members and guests.
Develop rapport and maintain effective relationships with members, participants, and staff.
Work collaboratively with other staff members.
Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck, and in surrounding areas.
Prevent accidents by scanning the assigned zone from bottom to top and covering it in compliance with the 10/10 rule.
Perform swim tests as required by Association policy.
Enforce health and safety rules and maintain emergency readiness.
Respond to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
Perform routine maintenance of the pool, locker rooms, and surrounding areas to ensure cleanliness.
Check pool and rescue equipment and promptly report problems.
Set up and put away equipment for recreational swims.
Participate in and satisfactorily complete mandatory in-service trainings.
Uphold YMCA core values when interacting with people in YMCA facilities and the community.
Work scheduled shifts; arrange substitutes only with prior approval from the Aquatics Director.