Lifeguard - Fountain YMCA

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region•Fountain, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard ensures the safety of visitors at the YMCA aquatic facility by monitoring swimmers and pool areas, explaining and enforcing safety rules, and responding to emergencies. The role includes maintaining order in swimming areas and locker rooms, inspecting the facility, maintaining pool equipment, and monitoring and recording pool temperatures. Lifeguards must assess situations quickly and make sound decisions to protect swimmers. This position supports the YMCA of the Pikes Peak region’s mission of strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Must pass a swim test and skills assessment.
Completion of lifeguard training; the YMCA offers lifeguard training.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient at interacting with people of various ages and diverse backgrounds.
Available to work shifts.
Physically fit, strong, agile, and dexterous.

Responsibilities

Oversee activities at aquatic facilities.
Explain and professionally enforce rules, regulations, and policies to ensure patron safety.
Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area using systematic scanning techniques while remaining in a rescue-ready position.
Monitor designated areas and recognize signs of danger.
Warn swimmers about unsafe situations.
Maintain order in swimming areas.
Respond to emergencies and rescue swimmers in danger of drowning.
Perform first aid procedures.
Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of all areas.
Maintain records and reports.
Maintain compliance with the Association In-Service Policy.
Inspect swimming pool areas and locker rooms.
Maintain pool equipment and monitor and record pool temperatures.
Enforce policies regarding showers and proper attire.