Lifeguard - Briargate YMCA - Mornings Only

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE PIKES PEAK REGION•Colorado Springs, CO

29d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard helps ensure the safety of visitors at the YMCA aquatic facility by explaining and enforcing safety rules and policies, warning patrons about unsafe situations, and maintaining order in pool areas and locker rooms. The role involves constant surveillance of the pool, responding to emergencies and rescuing swimmers, performing first aid, maintaining facility cleanliness, keeping records and reports, and maintaining pool equipment and recording pool temperatures. This position supports the YMCA of the Pikes Peak region’s work to strengthen communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The position is mornings only, 5 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Must pass a swim test and skills assessment.
Completion of lifeguard training; training is offered by the YMCA.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to interact proficiently with people of various ages and diverse backgrounds.
Availability to work shifts.
Physically fit, strong, agile, and dexterous.

Responsibilities

Oversee activities at aquatic facilities.
Explain and professionally enforce rules, regulations, and policies to help 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.
Maintain pool equipment and monitor and record pool temperatures.
Enforce policies regarding showers and proper attire.
Inspect swimming pool areas and locker rooms.