Lifeguard Part Time - Waukesha

YMCA of Greater Waukesha County; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community organization is seeking a part-time Lifeguard to ensure safety in aquatic environments. The ideal candidate will possess the necessary certifications and demonstrate strong communication and judgment skills. This role involves maintaining cleanliness, enforcing safety rules, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for all members.

Qualifications

• Must pass advanced swimming and rescue skills test.
• At least 15 years old.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool and surrounding areas.
• Enforce health and safety rules.
• Respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Communication

Judgment

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

YMCA Lifeguard or Red Cross lifeguard certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification

First Aid certification

AED certification

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General Function

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and in accordance with Association policies, the Lifeguard should be able to motivate others in the areas of self-awareness and self-confidence through swimming and aquatics, be able to motivate and effectively communicate with members, parents, and students, and exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making.

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck, and surrounding areas.
• Prevent accidents by scanning assigned zone from bottom to top and covering zone 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.

Education and Experience

Individuals considered for this job must pass an advanced swimming and rescue skills test. YMCA Lifeguard or Red Cross lifeguard certification is required. Candidates must be at least 15 years old and possess the ability to exercise mature judgment, relate positively yet firmly with people, be observant, safety-conscious, react calmly in emergencies, communicate YMCA programs effectively, lift at least 50 lbs, and have full body mobility. Certifications in Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and AED must be obtained and maintained.

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