Full- time Lifeguard

Alexandriaymca; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Alexandria YMCA in Minnesota is seeking a full-time Lifeguard to monitor pool areas, enforce safety rules, and communicate program information to members. The role covers 36–40 hours weekly with emphasis on emergency readiness and maintaining clean, safe facilities.

Requirements include being 16 or older and holding current Lifeguarding and CPR/AED certifications. Ability to remain vigilant, interact positively with guests, and respond calmly during emergencies is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Current Lifeguarding and CPR/AED certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and surrounding areas.
• Respond to emergencies per Y policies and procedures.
• Communicate information on pool rules and Y programs to members and participants.
• Take pool attendance and maintain related records as required.
• Perform routine pool and area maintenance to ensure cleanliness.

Job description

Description

Full time Lifeguard (36‑40 hours weekly) Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and surrounding areas. Positively communicate information on pool rules and Y programs.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Current Lifeguarding and CPR/AED for the PR certifications required.
• Must maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness and have mature judgment and sound decision‑making.
• Ability to relate to people in a positive, but firm manner must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.
• Must be able to effectively communicate information on aquatics and other Y programs to members and participants.

General Functions

• Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck and surrounding areas. Prevents accidents by maintaining constant observation of the pool area, enforcing health and safety rules and maintaining emergency readiness.
• Responds to emergency situations in accordance with Y policies and procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as required.
• Maintains effective relationships with the members, participants and other staff. Develops rapport with members.
• Conveys basic information on Y programs and schedules to members, and as appropriate, refers members to other programs and/or staff.
• Attends staff meetings and training courses as scheduled.
• Takes pool attendance and maintains related records as required.
• Performs routine maintenance of the pool and surrounding areas, to ensure cleanliness.
• Checks pool and rescue equipment and promptly reports any problems.
• Sets up and stores equipment for recreational swims and assists instructors with class set up.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing this job's duties, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit, reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 plus pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to: climb stairs, bend, stoop, push, squat, sit, crouch, walk, kneel, twist, pull, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period, run, throw, swim, climb ladders, walk, shovel snow, plow snow, have finger dexterity, grasp, talk, hear, have visual acuity, vocal projection and perform repetitive motions.
• While performing this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
• Must be alert, always keeping safety in mind. Must have acceptable hearing and visual capabilities to monitor the environment and well‑being of members.
• Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment.
• May be required to sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time.
• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations (depending upon the programs).
• Ability to travel locally to meetings.