Full-Time Aquatics Associate

Ymcadetroit; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family membership

Flexible scheduling

Family-friendly environment

Retirement plan

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is hiring lifeguards at the Boll Family YMCA in Detroit, MI to maintain safe swimming conditions and promote member safety. The role requires vigilant surveillance, adherence to YMCA policies, and a positive, welcoming environment.

Education and certifications: high school age, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED; Red Cross Lifeguard license preferred (training offered).

Qualifications

• High school level education (over 16+ years of age) is required or preferred.
• 1 year of lifeguard experience is preferred, but not required.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard license is preferred; certification offered by us if needed.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen are required.
• Free American Red Cross Lifeguard Training is offered.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area following safety guidelines.
• Responds to emergencies and relays reports per YMCA and Red Cross policies.
• Performs equipment and chemical checks using proper protocol.
• Attends staff meetings, required training, and monthly in-service trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Lifeguard vigilance

Emergency response

Public safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (preferred)

Job description

Boll Family YMCA, 1401 Broadway St, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

LIKE BEING IN THE WATER? MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Boll Family YMCA

YMCA Employee Benefits

• FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
• Flexible Scheduling
• Family-friendly Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

General Function

The lifeguard is responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions under Y policies and safety rules, while creating a safe and positive atmosphere for promotion of YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit member safety and engagement.

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

• At a minimum, some high school level education (over 16+ years of age)
• 1 year of experience is preferred, but not required
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard license is preferred, but not required (we offer certification)
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen
• Free American Red Cross Lifeguard Training!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area utilizing the \"effective 10/20 scanning strategy\", while ensuring fellow staff follow proper guidelines and correct when needed
• Responds to emergencies and relays reports in accordance with YMCA and The American Red Cross policies and guidelines
• Performs and documents proper equipment and chemical checks using appropriate protocol
• Attends all staff meetings, required training and certification courses, and attends monthly in-service training.
• Performs other assigned duties as directed by the supervisor.

Abilities & Skills

• Ability to hear and observe distress signals in the water and anywhere in the zone of responsibility
• Skills to meet strength and lifting requirements

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page ( ymcadetroit.org/careers ).

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (YMCA) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

Boll Family YMCA, 1401 Broadway St, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America