Lifeguard
About The Position
The Lifeguard is responsible for guarding the aquatic facility and/or aquatic activities to ensure the safety of pool occupants and program participants. The role helps maintain a safe, enjoyable environment where children and adults can interact. Lifeguards must be available for varying shifts throughout the week, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Because pools are open seven days a week, staff are required to work at least one full shift per week and one weekend shift per month. The position is part-time, non-exempt, and offers up to 25 hours per week. Compensation is $16.12–$20.15. In-house American Red Cross lifeguard training and certification sessions are available, with upcoming courses offered. The work environment and physical demands described are representative of those needed to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made. The employee must be physically able to perform lifeguard skills, hear noises and distress signals throughout the aquatic zone of responsibility, remain alert without lapses of consciousness, and see and observe all sections of an assigned zone. Travel is 0–5% locally within Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.
Requirements
- High school education, up to one month of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- American Red Cross Lifeguard certification; certification is required and in-house training is offered at no cost.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for rescue certification.
- First Aid certification within the first 60 days.
- AED-Oxygen certification within the first 60 days.
- Blood Borne Pathogen training.
- State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT).
- Ability to physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
- Ability to hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment throughout the zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
- Ability to see and observe all sections of an assigned zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- YMCA experience preferred.
- Lifeguard Instructor certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Enforce aquatic rules and procedures.
- Keep the deck free of obstructions.
- Maintain supervision of participants.
- Administer necessary first aid and CPR.
- Handle parent and member complaints.
- Keep all areas clean and presentable.
- Maintain pool counts.
- Maintain pool and deck equipment.
- Check and record pool and air temperatures and chemical levels.
- Enforce policies on showers and proper attire.
- Enforce safety standards and follow emergency procedures.
- Ensure State of Michigan Department of Health requirements are met.
- Perform other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids.
Benefits
- Free YMCA individual membership with full access to facilities.
- 12% employer retirement contribution upon eligibility, with no match requirement, and access to a 403(b) savings plan.
- Paid sick time.
- Ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
- Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program resources and counseling for the employee and family.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
