Greater Austin YMCA-posted 5 months ago
Part-time • Entry Level
Dripping Springs, TX

We’re hiring Lifeguards at multiple YMCA locations for 15–28 hours per week. In this role, you’ll help create a safe, supportive environment where members can enjoy the water with confidence. Your attention to safety and quick response skills make a direct impact on the well-being of our community. This is a great opportunity to build professional experience, contribute to a mission-driven organization, and receive a free YMCA membership. Apply today to join our team.

  • Proactively monitor pool areas and enforce safety rules to prevent accidents, creating a secure space where members can enjoy the water with confidence.
  • React to emergencies with appropriate first aid and CPR, aiming for positive outcomes, ensuring that every member feels safe and supported.
  • Identify and resolve potential hazards immediately, preventing accidents and fostering a worry-free environment for all users.
  • Regularly inspect pool equipment and facilities, reporting any issues to ensure everything is in working order, which supports a seamless and enjoyable experience for all members.
  • Inform members about pool rules and safety procedures, encouraging compliance and helping them feel secure while engaging in water-based activities.
  • Help with swim lessons and aquatics programs, playing an active role in members' skill development and contributing to positive program outcomes.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pool area and locker rooms, ensuring a pleasant, hygienic space where members can relax and enjoy their time.
  • Attend all required trainings and staff meetings to stay up-to-date with safety procedures and best practices, improving your skills and enhancing your impact.
  • Demonstrate YMCA's purpose and values in all interactions, helping to create a culture of respect, care, and community.
  • Serve as an ambassador for the organization, sharing the Y's work and culture with members, peers, and guests and fostering a sense of belonging.
  • Assist with any other tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall success and positive atmosphere of the YMCA.
  • Must be at a minimum of 16 years old.
  • Hold a valid lifeguard certification from either the YMCA or the Red Cross, including certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen administration.
  • Excellent swimming skills, ability to perform rescue techniques and endurance maintenance.
  • Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations.
  • You have a growth mindset - You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in an effort to continuously improve.
  • You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and can work well with others.
  • You communicate effectively - You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively.
  • You are customer-focused - You build good customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
  • You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging - You leverage people's differences as strengths.
  • Benefit from a free household YMCA membership, enriching both your life and the lives of others.
  • Access retirement planning options to secure your future.
  • Enhance your skills through participation in learning and development workshops.
  • Exclusive cell phone plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users.
  • Discounts on programs and services to make your YMCA experience even more rewarding.
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