Multi-Site Association Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Boston•Boston, MA

9h•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Multi-Site Association Lifeguard works in the Aquatics department at the Association Office and is responsible for guarding pools and ensuring patron safety across the Parkway (West Roxbury), North Suburban (Woburn), Waltham, and Burbank (Reading) locations. Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the lifeguard enforces pool rules and implements branch emergency protocols. Active lifeguard certification, such as YMCA or Red Cross certification, is required. This hourly, non-exempt part-time position offers various morning, early afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts. Compensation is $18.00–$22.00 per hour, with a $500 sign-on bonus for certified guards. The role requires maintaining continuous visual surveillance, responding to emergencies, performing rescues and providing CPR, first aid, or emergency oxygen as needed. Lifeguards help maintain a clean and safe pool environment, assist with pool cleaning and testing when off the stand, communicate with supervisors, participate in safety drills and trainings, and interact professionally with members in keeping with the YMCA mission. The work environment has a usually moderate-to-high noise level. Employees may need to sit or stand for extended periods, visually scan the pool, interact physically and verbally with members and staff, and lift up to 50 pounds at times. Shifts may include early mornings, nights, and weekends.

Requirements

Active lifeguard certification, such as YMCA or Red Cross certification.
At least 18 years of age for Lifeguard II.
Physically and verbally able to interact with members and staff.
Able to visually scan the pool.
May be required to sit or stand for extended periods.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Complete Child Abuse Prevention training within the first four weeks of employment.
Complete Respect in the Workplace (Sexual Harassment Prevention) training.
Complete The Professional Lifeguard and Disappearing Dummies training.
CPR, First Aid, and emergency oxygen training/certification.
YMCA Lifeguarding certification.

Responsibilities

Continuously and consistently scan the pool to prevent emergencies.
Recognize emergencies or potential incidents and address them immediately.
Know and activate branch and pool emergency action plans when needed.
Perform assists or rescues as needed.
Provide CPR, first aid, and emergency oxygen as needed.
Complete incident reports in a timely and effective manner.
Enforce pool rules and handle issues professionally.
Maintain a clean and safe pool environment.
Assist with pool cleaning and testing when off the stand.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with supervisors.
Participate in branch safety and quality drills.
Attend required monthly and yearly in-service trainings.
Arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled shift.
Ensure doors are securely locked when a lifeguard is not on duty; never leave the pool unattended.
Find personal shift coverage when needed; changes in hours must be in writing and signed by consenting parties.
Use active listening to build relationships with members, understand their goals and interests, and take initiative to assist them.
Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA mission and goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$500 sign-on bonus for certified guards.
Quarterly professional development.
Free YMCA membership for the employee.
Discounts on specialty programs, including personal training and swimming lessons.
Discounted or free family membership.
Robust retirement plan up to 8%.
Health, dental, and vision benefit package.
Vacation and sick time for full-time and part-time staff.
Leadership development in a caring, challenging, and diverse working environment.
Opportunities to explore roles and learn new skills and functions.
YMCA career training programs.
Healthy work/life balance.