Lifeguard

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver • Denver, CO

11d • $19 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard works as part of the Aquatics team to provide customer service and build relationships in a welcoming YMCA environment. The role is responsible for guarding the pool and maintaining a safe and clean aquatic environment for members and guests, while demonstrating the YMCA’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Lifeguards serve as safety leaders and role models, helping participants enjoy the water safely.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Strong swimmer; a swim assessment is required.
• Responsible, attentive, and eager to learn.
• High customer relations skills.
• 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.
• 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 use YMCA-approved guarding techniques and procedures.
• Enforce pool safety rules professionally and respectfully, including dismissing participants for disruptive behavior.
• Respond quickly 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 or repair areas used by the program.
• Report all accidents and incidents to a supervisor immediately using the proper forms.
• Keep lifeguard, CPR, first aid, and other safety certifications current.
• Educate participants about pool rules and enforce them as needed.
• Support swim lessons and aquatic programs as assigned.
• Provide customer service and build positive relationships with members and participants.
• Know and support the YMCA annual support campaign, policies, facility access procedures, membership policies, personnel guidelines, and emergency plans.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Free YMCA membership
• Paid training opportunities
• Growth pathways, including Head Guard, Swim Instructor, and Aquatics Coordinator
• 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

What This Job Offers

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