Head Lifeguard - Lafayette

YMCA of Northern Colorado; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Head Lifeguard to ensure the safety of members and manage the aquatics team. In this part-time role, you will leverage your lifeguarding expertise and leadership skills to create a positive environment for staff and patrons alike. You will be responsible for supervising lifeguards, handling member interactions with grace, and contributing to a community-focused organization. Enjoy a rewarding experience where your work saves lives and makes a difference in your community, all while enjoying benefits such as free family membership and retirement plans.

Benefits

Free Family Membership

Program discounts

Generous retirement benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and hold required certifications.
• Experience in leadership or management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise fellow guards and manage facility operations.
• Communicate professionally with staff and members.
• Ensure safety and provide assistance as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Lifeguarding

Education

Current ARC/YMCA Lifeguard Certification

First Aid Certification

CPR-PR Certification

Oxygen Administration Certification

Job description

Overview

The YMCA of Northern Colorado is hiring a Head Lifeguard. You will serve as the friendly hawk that keeps our members safe and our aquatics team on the ball. Schedule can include up to 28 hours per week during the year and up to 40 hours per week during summers.

Salary range: $18.50-20.25/hour depending on experience and availability. In addition, we offer a +10% differential for bilingual staff who test as fluent in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• You have the common sense and problem-solving skills to help our aquatics leadership manage staffing and overall facility operations. You understand what it means to be a leader, and you are ready for the responsibility of supervising fellow guards.
• You can communicate to staff, members, and program participants in a professional, positive tone. Always. You handle complaints and criticism with grace and charm, and you know when to communicate with the aquatic's leadership about problems and concerns. Basically, you like people and you want to help them.
• You are an awesome Lifeguard. It's OK, you can brag. You are good. Real good. You not only have all your certifications and years on the stand, but you possibly even have some management or leadership experience. You love the idea of being part of an organization that makes a difference in your community. You love that your work saves lives, and that feeling makes you smile each and every day you come to work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Current ARC/YMCA Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR-PR Certifications.
• Current Oxygen Administration Certification.
• Blood Borne Pathogens within 30 days of being hired.
• New Staff Orientation within 30 days of being hired.

Benefits

PART-TIME:

• (10+ hours/week) Free Family Membership.
• (10+ hours/week) Program discounts.
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Sick Time.

Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.

FULL-TIME:

• Free Family Membership.
• Free and Discounted Programs.
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Disability Benefits.
• Life Insurance.

Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly. Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.

Posted Salary Range

USD $18.50 - USD $20.25 /Hr.