Lifeguard & Safety Lead - Flexible Hours + Free Membership

Ymc; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% YMCA retirement fund contribution

Professional growth and development

Medical and dental insurance

Complimentary Membership

Staff rates on programs

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The Downtown Boise YMCA is seeking Lifeguards for the upcoming season to create a safe environment for aquatics participants and to serve as First Responders in emergency situations. The role supports a new downtown facility opening in December 2026, designed to foster health, wellness, recreation, and community connection.

Applicants, ages 16+, can enroll in a YMCA Lifeguard certification course offering Basic Life Support, Adult First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, and Emergency Use of Medical

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green).
• Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
• Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
• Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe environment for members and participants through active deck scanning, being on time and ready to respond quickly and appropriately while role modeling safe behavior.
• Engage members and participants in effective, age-appropriate communication using the Y voice attributes. The down guard will actively engage with and encourage members during swim tests and lessons.
• Develop intentional relationships and engage members in a way to help them meet the seven Cause Measurement goals.
• Adhere to Aquatics Leading Practice Manual.
• Provide appropriate feedback to participants and members as needed.
• Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff, and volunteers at assigned program areas by adhering to YMCA Lifeguarding and association lifeguard standards.
• Communicate health and safety rules and regulations to participants, parents, and volunteers.

Skills

Lifeguard

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Basic Life Support Certification

First Aid Certification

Y Lifeguard Certification

Job description

The Downtown Boise YMCA is seeking Lifeguards for the upcoming season to create a safe environment for aquatics participants and to serve as First Responders in emergency situations. The role supports a new downtown facility opening in December 2026, designed to foster health, wellness, recreation, and community connection.

Applicants, ages 16+, can enroll in a YMCA Lifeguard certification course offering Basic Life Support, Adult First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, and Emergency Use of Medical