Lifeguard Part Time - Waukesha

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

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Waukesha County is seeking a part-time Lifeguard in Waukesha, WI. The role focuses on maintaining safe pool conditions, enforcing rules, and providing a welcoming environment for members and guests.

Applicants must pass an advanced swimming rescue test and hold Lifeguard certification with CPR, First Aid, and AED. Must be at least 15 years old and able to work scheduled shifts with substitute arrangements approved by the Aquatics Director.

Qualifications

• Pass advanced swimming and rescue skills test.
• Lifeguard or Red Cross lifeguard certification is required.
• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications must be obtained and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck, and surrounding areas.
• Prevent accidents by scanning assigned zone and applying the 10/10 rule.
• Perform swim tests as required by policy.
• Enforce health and safety rules and maintain emergency readiness.
• Respond to emergencies according to YMCA policies.
• Create a welcoming, nurturing environment for members and guests.
• Develop rapport and maintain relationships with members and staff.
• Work with other staff as part of a team.
• Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Perform routine pool area maintenance and ensure cleanliness.
• Check equipment and report issues promptly.
• Set up and take down equipment for recreational swims.
• Participate in mandatory in-service trainings.
• Uphold YMCA core values in all interactions.

Skills

Mature judgment

Effective communication

Observation skills

Teamwork

Education

Lifeguard certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid

AED certification

Job description

Job Details

Location: Waukesha YMCA - Waukesha, WI 53186
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $15.00 - $16.00 Hourly

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.

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 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.
• 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.
• Participate and complete in‑service trainings (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

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 possess the following abilities: exercise mature judgment and sound decision‑making; relate to people in a positive yet firm manner; be observant; be 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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