Lifeguard & Swim Instructor — Safety Leader & Coach

Lakeland Hills YMCA; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Hills YMCA is seeking a Lifeguard to maintain a safe aquatic environment and enforce pool rules. You will be identifiable in lifeguard attire, monitor swimmers, and respond to emergencies under the YMCA’s procedures.

Responsibilities include environmental checks, routine chemical testing, incident reporting, and collaboration with the Aquatics Leadership Team to ensure member safety and smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Certifications: current YMCA Lifeguard or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• AED, CPR, First Aid certified.

Responsibilities

• Identify with lifeguard gear and maintain a visible, safe presence on deck.
• Enforce pool rules and proactively engage members to prevent incidents.
• Monitor large groups of swimmers and stay ready to intervene to prevent injuries.
• Follow emergency action plan (EAP) and respond immediately; perform first aid when needed; file incident reports as required.
• Communicate effectively with members, participants and staff to support safety.
• Inspect pool and deck for hazards at arrival and throughout shift.
• Perform chemical testing every two hours and report issues to supervisor.

Skills

Lifeguard skills

Incident response

First aid readiness

Job description

Lakeland Hills YMCA is seeking a Lifeguard to maintain a safe aquatic environment and enforce pool rules. You will be identifiable in lifeguard attire, monitor swimmers, and respond to emergencies under the YMCA’s procedures.

Responsibilities include environmental checks, routine chemical testing, incident reporting, and collaboration with the Aquatics Leadership Team to ensure member safety and smooth operations.