Lifeguard: Meaningful Community Safety, Flexible Shifts

YMCA of Greater San Francisco; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lifeguard position at YMCA of Greater San Francisco ensures pool safety and responds to emergencies. Responsibilities include maintaining order and cleanliness in the pool area and related spaces, and supporting youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility aligned with the YMCA mission.

Open shifts start early; guards must be available 5:15am-1:15pm weekdays and one weekend per month. This part-time, hourly role emphasizes teamwork, vigilance, and professional conduct within

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18+.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
• Current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPRO).
• Current ARC First aid certification.
• Meets minimal physical requirement of the job description.
• 20/20 vision or corrected 20/40 vision.
• The ability to hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The ability to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• Availability for early mornings, afternoons, and/or weekends
• Ability to work effectively with members, staff, and volunteers
• Must be available Monday-Friday from 5:15am-1:15pm with at least 1 weekend day a month for a mandatory monthly meeting .

Responsibilities

• Maintain full attention on the pool and its occupants at all times.
• Enforce all pool rules consistently, including regulating lap lanes to ensure swimmers are in appropriate lanes and fostering an inclusive environment for all swimmers.
• Supervise Junior Lifeguards (Lifeguard I) and new lifeguards, including volunteers and aides, while on duty.
• Lead and provide guidance during emergency situations to ensure proper care, notification of emergency contacts, and activation of the branch chain of command.
• Complete additional opening tasks, such as testing Emergency Response systems, ensuring proper chemistry for safe opening of swimming pools, and unlocking all doors to ensure ADA access.

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPRO)

American Red Cross First Aid Certification

Job description

The Lifeguard position at YMCA of Greater San Francisco ensures pool safety and responds to emergencies. Responsibilities include maintaining order and cleanliness in the pool area and related spaces, and supporting youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility aligned with the YMCA mission.

Open shifts start early; guards must be available 5:15am-1:15pm weekdays and one weekend per month. This part-time, hourly role emphasizes teamwork, vigilance, and professional conduct within