Aquatics Staff/Lifeguard

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 streaming membership

Flexible scheduling around school

Paid Sick Leave

EAP and wellness programs

Professional training and certs

20% discount on YMCA programs

Job summary

You will join the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties at the Tom Taylor Family YMCA in Gig Harbor, WA as a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor. This part-time role focuses on pool safety, supervision, and teaching swimming skills to youth, with duties reflecting YMCA policies.

Starting pay ranges from $18.00 to $18.50 per hour, with compensation based on experience and qualifications. The position emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and active member engagement, with opportunities for training and

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years or older.
• Six months or more of related Aquatics experience (preferred).
• Current Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications (preferred).
• Background and reference checks required under WA State Fair Chance Act.
• Diversity and inclusion commitment.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and other required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of members by monitoring water and pool deck, enforcing rules, and following YMCA procedures.
• Instruct swimming lessons in basic and advanced strokes for youth members.
• Perform rescue actions, administer first aid and CPR per YMCA guidelines, and complete required reports.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

CPR/AED/First Aid

Oxygen certification

Job description

Wage: $18.00 to $18.50 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Tom Taylor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA

As a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor, you will be responsible for performing Lifeguard and Swim Instructor duties while creating a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals. If hired for this position, you will also be responsible for promoting member engagement and safety by maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 16 years or older.
• Six months or more of related Aquatics experience (preferred).
• Current Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Always ensuring the safety of our members by vigilantly scanning the water and pool deck areas, monitoring activities, identifying safety issues and concerns, enforcing rules, and following YMCA emergency procedures and protocols.
• Instructing swimming lessons in basic and advanced stroke skills to youth members.
• Performing necessary rescue actions, administering first aid and CPR in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six” model; completing related reports as required.
• Preparing class lesson plans with a natural progression of appropriate skills for the abilities and ages of the classes.
• Knowing, understanding, consistently communicating, and applying safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic areas.
• Attending monthly, quarterly, and/or annual training and certification courses.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity so all can thrive in every season of life. The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Location(s)

10550 Harbor Hill Drive, Gig Harbor , Washington 98332 , United States

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