Lifeguard & Certification Instructor — Aquatics Lead

Countryside YMCA; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Countryside YMCA in Lebanon, OH seeks an experienced Lifeguard & Certification Instructor to join our Aquatics team. This full-time role blends active lifeguarding with teaching lifeguard certification and recertification courses for YMCA staff and community participants.

You will monitor pools, teach classes, support staff training, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment. A strong focus on member service and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a head lifeguard, aquatic supervisor, or aquatic coordinator.
• Current YMCA of the USA or American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
• Current American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Strong communication and instructional skills.
• Dependability, professionalism, and commitment to member service.
• Ability to perform required lifeguarding, swimming, and rescue responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular lifeguarding duties, including monitoring swimming areas, enforcing rules, and responding to emergencies.
• Prepare and teach monthly lifeguard certification and recertification classes.
• Assist with teaching Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certification courses for YMCA employees and community participants.
• Conduct lifeguard orientations and support ongoing staff training.
• Assist with lifeguard scheduling, supervision, and coverage as needed.
• Work with aquatics leadership to document required lifeguard in-service training.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming pool environment.
• Build positive relationships with members, participants, and fellow staff.

Skills

Lifeguard leadership

Instructional skills

Communication

Dependability

Staff coaching

Education

YMCA Lifeguard Certification

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification

Background check clearance

Lifeguard Instructor Certification

Job description

Countryside YMCA in Lebanon, OH seeks an experienced Lifeguard & Certification Instructor to join our Aquatics team. This full-time role blends active lifeguarding with teaching lifeguard certification and recertification courses for YMCA staff and community participants.

You will monitor pools, teach classes, support staff training, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment. A strong focus on member service and teamwork is essential.