Daytime Lifeguard — Part-Time with Free Y Membership

Kettle Moraine Y M C A Inc; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Kettle Moraine YMCA in West Bend is seeking a Daytime Lifeguard to help keep all pool users safe. This part‑time role requires alertness, professional behavior and the ability to enforce pool rules.

Under the Aquatics Director, you will respond to emergencies, maintain certifications, and prepare equipment for each shift. Morning and afternoon shifts are required, with some evenings or weekends.

Wage is $15/hour and benefits include a free Y membership and program discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of age.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer; AED; Basic First Aid Certifications preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Required, certification provided by KMYMCA.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all required certifications.
• Analyses difficult situations and makes decisions according to established policies.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies health and safety rules, policies, guidelines for the pool and pool area.
• Remains alert and vigilant to proactively prevent emergency situations.
• Responds to emergency situations immediately and in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; provides timely and accurate reports and follow-ups.
• Maintains accurate records required by YMCA and state agencies.
• Reports to work a minimum of 5 minutes early and is ready to guard by the start of their shift.
• Has proper equipment at every shift, including guard tube and equipped lifeguard pack; performs equipment checks before every shift to ensure lifeguard readiness.
• Attends required trainings to ensure that skills are maintained.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies within the Child Abuse Prevention handbook.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Kettle Moraine YMCA in West Bend is seeking a Daytime Lifeguard to help keep all pool users safe. This part‑time role requires alertness, professional behavior and the ability to enforce pool rules.

Under the Aquatics Director, you will respond to emergencies, maintain certifications, and prepare equipment for each shift. Morning and afternoon shifts are required, with some evenings or weekends.

Wage is $15/hour and benefits include a free Y membership and program discounts.