Junior Lifeguard — Aquatics Safety & Youth Impact

YMCA Atlanta; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is hiring a Lifeguard at the Forsyth County Family YMCA to maintain a safe swimming environment and support healthy living and youth development.

You will supervise the pool, follow emergency procedures, and ensure equipment and chemical testing are performed. Candidates must be 15+, hold Lifeguard Certification with CPR/AED and First Aid, and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 15 and eligibility to work in the US.
• Hold Lifeguard Certification and current CPR/AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen administration.
• Pass pre-employment background check and MVR as required.
• Ability to maintain certification readiness and demonstrate lifeguard skills per YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area.
• Review emergency procedures and respond immediately per YMCA policies.
• Enforce safety rules for pool and aquatic area.
• Perform chemical testing when not guarding and take action as needed.
• Keep accurate records and assist with equipment checks.

Skills

Lifeguard skills

Emergency response

Maintain certification readiness

Resilience under pressure

Education

Lifeguard Certification

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is hiring a Lifeguard at the Forsyth County Family YMCA to maintain a safe swimming environment and support healthy living and youth development.

You will supervise the pool, follow emergency procedures, and ensure equipment and chemical testing are performed. Candidates must be 15+, hold Lifeguard Certification with CPR/AED and First Aid, and pass background checks.