Lifeguard - Pasadena

The Y in Central Maryland•Pasadena, MD

3d•$16 - $22

About The Position

The Y in Central Maryland Lifeguard helps create a safe, welcoming, and positive aquatic environment for members, guests, and program participants. The role actively monitors the pool, responds to emergencies, enforces safety requirements, and supports the daily care and operation of the aquatic area. Lifeguards also assist with aquatic programs, communicate with members and families, maintain the pool deck and equipment, and promote an inclusive, respectful environment aligned with the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The position requires current lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications, along with Oxygen Administration certification or the ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire. Candidates must successfully complete the Y swim test, maintain certifications and rescue skills, and complete required new-associate training, including Child Abuse Prevention, before their first scheduled shift. Flexible availability is required, including days, evenings, and weekends, with opening, closing, and weekend shifts among the priority shifts for bonus eligibility. The anticipated pay range is $16–$22.17 per hour, with placement based on relevant experience, education, qualifications, and internal equity. Eligible new hires may earn up to $400 in bonuses: $100 after completing onboarding and training, remaining employed for at least 30 calendar days, maintaining lifeguard certification, and working at least two priority shifts per week; an additional $300 is available after 90 calendar days under continued certification and scheduling requirements. Bonuses are subject to payroll withholdings. Associates must follow the Code of Conduct with Youth, complete child abuse prevention training, comply with legal reporting requirements, and help maintain a safe and respectful environment for young people.

Requirements

Current and valid Lifeguard certification.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
Oxygen Administration certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Ability to successfully complete the Y in Central Maryland swim test.
Ability to maintain required certifications and demonstrate rescue skills.
Flexible availability, including days, evenings, and weekends.
Completion of required new-associate training, including Child Abuse Prevention, before the first scheduled shift.
Ability to communicate clearly, follow established procedures, and accept training and supervision.
Ability to work opening, closing, and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

Actively monitor swimmers and maintain appropriate surveillance of the pool area.
Enforce pool rules and Y safety requirements.
Respond quickly and appropriately to water-related emergencies.
Conduct required pool-chemical checks and make basic adjustments within established procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pool deck.
Inspect aquatic equipment and promptly report safety or maintenance concerns.
Set up and store equipment for lessons, programs, and events.
Engage positively with members and participants when not actively guarding.
Attend required in-service training, meetings, and skill evaluations.
Support Y aquatic programs and communicate appropriately with members and families.
Promote an inclusive and respectful environment.
Model the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Follow the Code of Conduct with Youth, complete child abuse prevention training, and report suspected mistreatment as required.