Lifeguard - Mon-Fri 11am-4pm - Tri County

YMCA of Greater Waukesha County; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Waukesha County in Tri County YMCA – Menomonee Falls, WI is seeking a part-time Lifeguard to maintain safe swimming conditions, monitor zones, and respond to emergencies according to YMCA policies.

You must pass an advanced swimming and rescue skills test; Lifeguard certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and AED certifications are required; candidates must be at least 15 years old.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old and able to exercise mature judgment and sound decision making.
• Strong observation and safety awareness; effective communication with members and staff.
• Ability to work as part of a team and respond quickly in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck, and surrounding areas.
• Prevent accidents by scanning assigned zone and enforcing health and safety rules.
• Perform swim tests as required by policy and report incidents as needed.
• Respond to emergencies in accordance with YMCA procedures and maintain readiness.
• Create a welcoming, nurturing and genuine environment for members and guests.
• Develop rapport and maintain relationships with members, participants and staff.
• Work scheduled shifts and coordinate substitutes with Aquatics Director.

Job description

Job Location: Tri County YMCA - Menomonee Falls, WI 53051, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $15.00 - $16.00 Hourly, GERNERAL FUNCTION:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck, and surrounding areas.
• Prevent accidents by scanning assigned zone from bottom to top and covering z one in compliance with the 10/10 rule.
• Perform swim tests as required by association policy.
• Enforce health and safety rules and maintain emergency readiness.
• Respond to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
• Create an environment that is welcoming, nurturing and genuine for all members and guests.
• Develop rapport and maintain effective relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
• Able to work with other staff as part of a team.
• Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance of pool, locker rooms, and surrounding areas to ensure cleanliness.
• Check pool and rescue equipment and promptly report any problems.
• Set up and put away equipment for recreational swims.
• Participation and satisfactory completion of in-service trainings is mandatory.
• Uphold the core values of the YMCA when dealing with people within the YMCA facilities and within the community.
• Work scheduled shifts. Arrangements for substitutes must be previously approved by the Aquatics Director.

Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Individuals considered for this job must take and pass an advanced swimming and rescue skills test. YMCA Lifeguard or Red Cross lifeguard certification is required. Individuals in this job must be at least 15 years of age and have the following abilities: exercise mature judgment and sound decision making; relate to people in a positive, but firm manner; observant; safety conscious; react calmly and quickly in an emergency; effectively communicate information on YMCA programs to members and participants; lift a minimum of 50 lbs and have full range of body movement. Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and AED certifications must be obtained and maintained.

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