Lifeguard - Summer 2026

YMCA of Southern Arizona • Tucson, AZ

21h

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Lifeguard Generalist creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Candidate must be able and willing to work Summer 2026 . Anticipated Start Date: May 13th, 2026 Anticipated End Date: August 18th, 2026

Requirements

• At Least sixteen (16) years of age
• Certifications required: Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid.
• YMCA certifications preferred.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Completion of YMCA’s online training upon date of hire and periodically thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• YMCA certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous, uninterrupted scanning of the pool and aquatic area.
• Uses problem solving skills to make quick decisions to recognize and evaluate potential dangers or injury.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Helps to ensure the pool chemicals remain in balance by completing routine chemical checks when not on active surveillance and takes appropriate action to ensure safety for all.
• Checks the pool and surrounding area for hazardous conditions and takes the appropriate actions to resolve any concerns to ensure a safe environment for all to enjoy.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six” model; completes related reports as required.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA, local and/or state Health Department code.
• Continuously monitors aquatic areas for hazardous or unsafe conditions.
• Immediately report all hazardous or unsafe conditions to management and take appropriate action.
• Welcomes YMCA members, program participants, and guests by adhering to the “ten foot rule” when not on active surveillance.
• Engages in active listening when not on active surveillance with prospects, members, program participants, volunteers and staff in order to build relationships, understand an individual's concerns, goals and interests and take the initiative to ensure they have a positive experience.
• When the opportunity presents itself, go above and beyond to resolve the situation immediately.
• Effectively communicates unusual situations and unresolved issues to the appropriate member of leadership ensuring the best interest of all parties involved.
• Initiates appropriate actions to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization throughout the facility, with priority being in the aquatics area.
• Effectively engages with diverse groups of people with different abilities and backgrounds.
• Successfully completes and passes periodic skill assessments and drills.
• Knows, understands, and consistently follows and enforces all YMCA procedures and policies, including: pool rules, safety guidelines, facility access procedures and membership policies.
• Is familiar with the mission statement and core values of the YMCA.
• Models the core values while working and communicating with others.
• Utilizes available resources to provide accurate information about campaign, membership, programs, and facilities.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of consumers by maintaining professional boundaries, completing required abuse risk management training, following procedures for high-risk activities and supervision, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations, and adhering to mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Maintains all job-related certifications are current and on-file.
• Attends and remains current on all mandatory training and staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership for employee, one additional adult and all the employee's dependents under age 24, living in the household
• 12% Employer funded retirement plan (once eligible)
• One (1) hour of sick time accrued for every 30 hours worked (can use up to 40 hours per year)
• 50% off YMCA of Southern Arizona programs (including personal training packages, swim lessons, sports leagues, camp registration, child care, and more!)

What This Job Offers

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