Lifeguard

South Sound YMCA • Olympia, WA

5d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard supports the YMCA’s mission of strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This position protects patrons in and around the pool by preventing accidents through rule enforcement, maintaining a clean and uncluttered pool area, and maintaining a chemically balanced pool.

The role requires active surveillance, prompt response to emergencies under YMCA procedures, consistent application of pool safety rules, and effective relationships with members, participants, and staff. The Lifeguard also performs equipment checks, checks for hazards, maintains required records, and attends staff meetings and in-service training. The position is based at the Briggs Community YMCA in Olympia, Washington, and is part-time.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 16.
• American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification, including CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and Basic First Aid.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ability to physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
• Ability to hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and throughout the zone of responsibility.
• Ability to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• Ability to see and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area.
• Know and review emergency procedures, and respond immediately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
• Complete related reports as required.
• Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
• Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Maintain accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or state Health Department code.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Check the pool for hazardous conditions upon arrival.
• Attend all staff meetings and in-service training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Help maintain a clean, uncluttered pool area and a chemically balanced pool.

What This Job Offers

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