Aquatics Specialist: Lifeguard & Swim Instructor

rcymcaexternal; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Child care discounts

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

6 holidays

Retirement planning

Supplemental insurance

Job summary

YMCA in Easton, PA is hiring an Aquatics Specialist to oversee pool safety, teach swim lessons, and deliver high-quality service to the community. The role requires lifeguard certification or ability to obtain it, plus experience in pool management or aquatics operations. This is a full-time, hourly position with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Join a mission-driven team and contribute to a safe, engaging aquatic program for all ages at the YMCA in Easton.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ years of pool management or aquatics administration experience preferred.
• 1+ years of swim lesson instruction preferred.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification required or ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and supervision of all pool participants with a welcoming aquatic environment.
• Provide lifeguard coverage and respond promptly to emergencies.
• Teach group and private swim lessons with an emphasis on water safety and skill development.
• Deliver excellent customer service to participants, families, and community members.
• Monitor pool operations to ensure safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with daily operation, organization, and administration of aquatic programs.
• Support aquatics program success through teamwork, professionalism, and participant engagement.

Skills

Pool management experience

Swim lesson instruction

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification

Job description

YMCA in Easton, PA is hiring an Aquatics Specialist to oversee pool safety, teach swim lessons, and deliver high-quality service to the community. The role requires lifeguard certification or ability to obtain it, plus experience in pool management or aquatics operations. This is a full-time, hourly position with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Join a mission-driven team and contribute to a safe, engaging aquatic program for all ages at the YMCA in Easton.