Lifeguard - Days - North Scott YMCA

YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley; Eldridge (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated lifeguards to ensure the safety of patrons at their aquatic facilities. This role offers a chance to engage with the community while promoting a safe and enjoyable environment. Lifeguards will monitor pool areas, enforce rules, and maintain cleanliness, all while embodying the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. With flexible schedules and a supportive team atmosphere, this position is perfect for those who love working with people and are looking to make a positive impact in their community. Join a team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth!

Benefits

Free individual YMCA membership

Tuition Assistance

Flexible schedules

25% Child Care discount

Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Y Retirement Fund: 12% contribution

Summer Camp discounts

Qualifications

• Must be lifeguard certified; classes provided if not certified.
• Candidates must display YMCA values: caring, honesty, respect, responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of all patrons in and around the pool area.
• Enforce aquatic rules and maintain cleanliness of the pool area.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

Surveillance Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rescue Fanny Pack

Rescue Tube

Job description

Simone H., YMCA Lifeguard says, "My favorite thing about being a lifeguard at the Y is the community. The members, guests, and staff really make me enjoy coming into work every day. The interactions I have when at work have the power to change a bad day into a better one, and everyone is very helpful. The Y really is a team."

SCHEDULE: 9am-3pm, weekdays and/or weekends

SUMMER BONUS: $100 bonus for Lifeguards who work all summer, Memorial Day - Labor Day

PAY RATE: $12.00/hr

The lifeguard is responsible for the safety of all patrons in and around the pool area.

• Lifeguards ensure the safety of all participants by following aquatics best practices.
• Adhere to and enforce aquatic rules and procedures consistently and fairly.
• Maintain constant surveillance of water and pool deck areas, using the 10-10 rule.
• Wear rescue fannie pack and rescue tube at all times while on duty.
• Maintain cleanliness of pool area when not performing primary duties.
• Accurately record and submit incident reports as required.

Perks of working at the Y!

• Free individual YMCA membership! Discounts on programs
• Tuition Assistance
• Flexible schedules
• Child Care discount 25% (must work min 20 hrs/week to qualify); Summer Camp discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Program
• Y Retirement Fund: Y pays 12% after employee meets eligibility requirements; 403b available upon hire

We are looking for someone who displays the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and adheres to our mission. Must be lifeguard certified (classes provided through the YMCA if not already certified). This position is open to candidates 16 years of age and older.