Lifeguard

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver • Arvada, CO

1d • $19 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard works as part of the Aquatics team to provide excellent customer service and build relationships in a welcoming YMCA environment. The position guards the pool and helps maintain a safe and clean aquatic environment for members and guests, while demonstrating the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Lifeguards maintain constant surveillance, enforce pool safety rules, respond to emergencies, provide first aid and emergency care when needed, and support swim lessons and aquatic programs as assigned. They also perform chemical checks, clean or help repair program areas, report accidents and incidents promptly, and remain current on required safety certifications and training. The role requires knowledge of YMCA policies, facility access and membership procedures, emergency plans, and the annual support campaign.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Strong swimming ability; a swim assessment is required.
• Responsible, attentive, and eager to learn.
• High customer relations skills.
• CPR-PR/AED, Oxygen Administration, and Standard First Aid, or ability to obtain them before hire.
• American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard certification, or ability to obtain it before hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool and use YMCA-approved guarding 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 and/or repair areas used by the program.
• Report all accidents and incidents to a supervisor immediately using the proper forms.
• Remain current on Lifeguard Certification, CPR Pro, First Aid, and other safety certification training.
• Educate participants about pool rules and enforce those rules as required.
• Support swim lessons and aquatic programs as assigned.
• Be knowledgeable about and support the YMCA annual support campaign and applicable YMCA procedures and policies.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• Free YMCA membership.
• Paid training opportunities.
• Growth pathways, including Head Guard, Swim Instructor, and Aquatics Coordinator.
• Program discounts.
• Retirement contribution options, including a company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Accrual of 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.
• Paid time off for employees scheduled and working 20 or more hours per week.

What This Job Offers

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