Lifeguard

DeKalb Health; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Job summary

Southdale YMCA in Edina, MN is seeking certified lifeguards for a part-time position. You will supervise the aquatics area, respond to emergencies, and support open swim, water exercise, and lessons while promoting member safety and a positive pool experience.

The role requires vigilant surveillance, adherence to YMCA policies, and frequent in-service trainings to maintain readiness for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 15.
• Current nationally accredited lifeguard certification.
• Current BLS/CPR + AED for the Professional Rescuer annually and First Aid certifications.
• Oxygen Administration certification required within 45 days of hire.
• Physically perform all lifeguard duties.
• Ability to observe and respond to swimmers and hazards.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area and respond to emergencies.
• Perform first aid and complete incident/accident reports.
• Know and enforce pool policies and guidelines.
• Attend monthly in-service trainings.
• Oversee activities including open swim, water exercise, swim lessons, and lap swimming.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

CPR + AED for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid certification

Oxygen Administration

Observation & vigilance

Job description

• Location 7355 York Ave South,Edina, MN, 55435,United States
• Job Category Aquatics
• Employee Type Part-Time 1-19

Contact information

Description

Lifeguard | Southdale YMCA | $16.50 per hour | Flexible Part-Time Schedule

At a glance:

We are seeking Certified Lifeguards to keep swimmers safe, respond with confidence, and create a fun, positive pool experience for all. We offer flexible schedule, free Y membership, and more with this fun role at the Y!

Schedule:

• Mornings: opener starts at 4:40am (3 to 4-hour shifts)
• During the day on weekdays: weekday shifts run until 3:00pm
• A typical shift is about 3 to 4 hours long

1. Job Summary:

The Lifeguard is responsible for supervising the aquatics area to prevent accidents, assist swimmers, and respond to emergencies. Create a safe, enjoyable and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and satisfaction in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures. The Lifeguard will oversee multiple activities including but not limited to open swim, water exercise, swim lessons, and lap swimming.

2. Essential Functions:

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area/body of water, know/review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately.
• Perform first aid when necessary and complete appropriate incident/accident reports.
• Know, understand, and consistently communicate policies and guidelines for the pool, body of water and whirlpool.
• Attend monthly in-service trainings.

3. Relationships:

This position reports to the Aquatics Director/Aquatics Supervisor who reports to the Branch Community Leadership. The incumbent interacts regularly with their supervisor, staff, volunteers, and participants.

4. Qualifications:

Required

• Minimum age of 15.
• Current nationally accredited lifeguard certification (applicable for body of water being guarded).
• Current BLS/CPR + AED for the Professional Rescuer annually and First Aid certifications.
• Certification required within 45 days of hire: Oxygen Administration (cannot guard until certification is complete).
• Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
• Detect noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere in the zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize swimmers in need of assistance.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize, respond and remedy unsafe situations.
• Ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and ages.
• Dedicated to member safety and the mission and philosophy of the YMCA.

5. Work Conditions:

• Ability to pass lifeguard water test.
• Must be able to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness in a warm environment with air temperatures of 80 degrees or higher.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to perceive, identify and respond to signs of distress.
• Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.
• Observe all areas of the pool with clear vision.
• Perform all needed rescues and survival skills.
• Be able to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue, including swimming quickly, supporting adult body weight while swimming as far as 50 feet, and removing adult body weight from the pool.
• Communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.

6. Additional Notes:

This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association’s success.