Lifeguard

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver • Littleton, CO

5d

About The Position

The Lifeguard works as part of the Aquatics team to provide world-class customer service and build relationships in a welcoming YMCA environment. The role guards the pool and helps maintain a safe and clean aquatic environment for members and guests. Lifeguards demonstrate the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in their work.

The position includes maintaining pool safety, enforcing rules, responding to emergencies, providing first aid and emergency care when needed, performing chemical checks, and helping keep program areas clean. The Lifeguard supports swim lessons and aquatic programs as assigned and reports accidents and incidents promptly. The YMCA is committed to the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable individuals, and employees must follow its abuse-prevention policies, including screening, training, supervision, and reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Strong swimmer; swim assessment required.
• Responsible, attentive, and eager to learn.
• CPR-PR/AED, Oxygen Administration, and Standard First Aid certification, or ability to obtain before hire.
• American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard certification, or ability to obtain before hire.
• Strong customer relations skills.
• Ability to remain alert for extended periods and make quick decisions.
• Professional communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool and guard using YMCA-approved techniques and procedures.
• Enforce pool safety rules professionally and respectfully, including dismissing participants for disruptive behavior.
• Respond quickly and confidently to emergencies and provide first aid and emergency care when needed.
• Perform chemical checks as indicated.
• Wear protective gear when handling biohazard materials.
• Proactively clean up and/or repair areas used by the program.
• Report all accidents and incidents to a supervisor immediately using proper forms.
• Keep Lifeguard, CPR Pro, First Aid, and other safety certifications current.
• Educate participants about pool rules and enforce them as required.
• Support swim lessons and aquatic programs as assigned.
• Know and support the YMCA annual support campaign and follow applicable procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans.
• Provide customer service and build positive relationships with members and participants.

Benefits

• Free YMCA individual membership.
• Program discounts.
• Generous retirement contribution options, including a company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.
• Paid time off for employees scheduled and working 20 or more hours per week.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Paid training opportunities.
• Growth pathways, including Head Guard, Swim Instructor, and Aquatics Coordinator.

What This Job Offers

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