Part-Time Aquatics Lifeguard – Community Impact

Kids for the Future; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater San Francisco is seeking a Jr. Lifeguard to help maintain safe pool operations and respond to emergencies in an indoor aquatics facility.

The role emphasizes cleanliness, professional conduct, and positive member interactions. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, assisting during emergencies, logging measurements, and promoting aquatics programs while working a part-time schedule with mornings/afternoons and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and 18+ lifeguard present when guarding.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required.
• Current ARC CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPRO) required.
• Current ARC First Aid certification required.
• Meets minimal physical requirements and vision standards.
• Ability to hear in aquatic environments and maintain alertness.
• Availability for early mornings, afternoons, and weekends.
• Ability to work with members, staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant supervision of the pool and occupants.
• Enforce pool rules and manage lap lanes for safety and inclusivity.
• Provide emergency support and notify contacts as needed.
• Open pool operations including safety checks and access control.
• Maintain pool and equipment cleanliness and safety.
• Record chemistry, temperature, inspections, and incidents as directed.
• Arrive on time in uniform with rescue equipment ready.
• Engage members, greet them by name, and promote aquatics programs.

Skills

Age requirement (16+)

Vision 20/20

Hearing ability

Emergency responsiveness

Flexibility (various shifts)

Team communication

Customer engagement

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPRO)

ARC First Aid Certification

Job description

YMCA of Greater San Francisco is seeking a Jr. Lifeguard to help maintain safe pool operations and respond to emergencies in an indoor aquatics facility.

The role emphasizes cleanliness, professional conduct, and positive member interactions. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, assisting during emergencies, logging measurements, and promoting aquatics programs while working a part-time schedule with mornings/afternoons and weekends.