Lifeguard, Stillwater YMCA

YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City in Stillwater is hiring for our Aquatics Team. Join as a lifeguard or swim instructor, helping swimmers stay safe and confident while you gain experience in the water. We provide training if you’re new to lifeguarding.

You’ll monitor the pool, enforce rules, respond to emergencies with CPR/First Aid, and help members with inquiries. Candidates must be at least 16, CPR/AED/First Aid certified, and ready to work in a friendly, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in CPR, AED, O2, and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool area to ensure the safety of all swimmers and visitors.
• Enforce pool rules and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, including performing rescues and administering first aid or CPR as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pool area and surrounding facilities.
• Conduct regular safety checks of equipment and pool conditions.
• Provide excellent customer service by assisting members and guests with inquiries and ensuring a positive experience.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR

First Aid

AED

Water Safety

Customer Service

Emergency Response

Education

16 years of age

Job description

Description

Everyone knows the pool is the coolest place to be in the summer. Join our Aquatics Team to make sure everyone can enjoy the pool in a safe and welcoming environment. Whether you’re a lifeguard, a swim instructor or a little bit of both, you’re going to love working in aquatics at the Y because you’re helping swimmers feel confident and gain experience in the water. No lifeguard experience? No problem, we’ll train you!

At the YMCA, we foster a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages personal growth and community engagement. We offer opportunities for ongoing training and development, along with a rewarding work environment dedicated to making a positive impact on our community.

Position Description

• Monitor pool area to ensure the safety of all swimmers and visitors
• Enforce pool rules and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, including performing rescues and administering first aid or CPR as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pool area and surrounding facilities
• Conduct regular safety checks of equipment and pool conditions
• Provide excellent customer service by assisting members and guests with inquiries and ensuring a positive experience

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be certified in PR/CPR, AED, O2, and First Aid. (Training provided by the Y, if needed)
• Must 16 years of age.
• YMCA Lifeguard or certification by another nationally recognized organization.
• Must possess a cooperative spirit to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring, honesty, respect and responsibility to staff, lay leaders, Y members, program participants and the general public.
• Must have ability to relate with pool patrons in a positive manner.
• Must be professional, alert, courteous and tactful.
• Must be serious in their manner toward job responsibilities and have an aptitude for thinking clearly in emergency situations.
• Must have strong water skills and maintain top physical fitness

Salary Description

$11.50 per hour