Lifeguard

YMC; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

YMCA lifeguards ensure safe swimming conditions by monitoring the pool and surrounding areas, responding to emergencies, and enforcing safety rules. They perform equipment checks, complete reports, and coordinate substitutes when needed to maintain continuous coverage.

They participate in staff trainings, promote healthy lifestyles, and uphold YMCA safety policies in all interactions with members and staff.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard certification and ability to enforce pool rules.
• Good understanding of safety policies and emergency procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly with members and staff while maintaining safety.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of pool area from water’s edge or elevated chair.
• Review and follow emergency procedures; respond immediately to incidents.
• Complete related reports and inspections as required.
• Apply safety rules for pool and aquatic areas.
• Perform equipment checks; report problems in writing to supervisor.
• Inspect locker rooms before and after shifts.
• Arrange for qualified substitutes when needed and notify supervisor.
• Attend staff meetings and training as required.
• Maintain positive relations with members and staff; promote safe environment.
• Support HEPA standards and healthy lifestyle messaging.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Emergency response

Public safety

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area, standing at water’s edge or in an elevated chair with clear visibility of entire pool area.Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed; report to Supervisor in writing any problems.Checks the pool and deck for hazardous conditions when arriving.Inspect locker rooms before and after shift.Arrange for qualified substitute if needed and notify supervisor.Attends all staff meetings and training as required.Maintains positive relations with members, participants and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.Supports The Y’s Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Standards (HEPA), encouraging children, adults and families to adopt a healthy lifestyle and role-models the standards.Perform other related duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum age requirement – 16 years of age.Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification.Current YMCA Lifeguarding or Red Cross Lifeguarding and obtain YMCA Lifeguarding Certification prior to employment.Oxygen Administration certificationMust demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.Complete YMCA of the USA New Employee Orientation e-learning course.