Lifeguard - Flexible Hours, Paid Training, Community Impact

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE YMCA Family Membership

Paid lifeguard training

Discounted programming

Work with diverse teams

Flexible hours

Impact the community

Save lives

Gain leadership experience

Job summary

YMCA of Central Ohio Lifeguard is seeking reliable and friendly part-time staff to maintain safe swimming conditions and provide a positive, welcoming environment. You will monitor pool areas, enforce rules courteously, and respond to emergencies while promoting member safety and engagement.

No experience required; training provided. Earn paid lifeguard certification, free YMCA membership, and flexible hours while serving the community and gaining leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older
• Ability to maintain American Red Cross Lifeguard certification
• Ability to work with a diverse population including children
• Comfort in and around water
• Must pass a background check (18 years of age or older)
• Must pass a pre employment skill check
• 300 Yard Swim
• 2 minute water tread
• Timed submerged brick retrieval

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety and security of the pool and its patrons at all times
• Rules are explained and enforced in a courteous, professional, and firm manner.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately.
• Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants and other staff.
• Performs chemical testing , as required.
• Participates in emergency drills and in service to the level in which staff have been trained.

Skills

Lifeguard

Emergency response

Water safety

Customer service

Job description

YMCA of Central Ohio Lifeguard is seeking reliable and friendly part-time staff to maintain safe swimming conditions and provide a positive, welcoming environment. You will monitor pool areas, enforce rules courteously, and respond to emergencies while promoting member safety and engagement.

No experience required; training provided. Earn paid lifeguard certification, free YMCA membership, and flexible hours while serving the community and gaining leadership experience.