Part-Time Aquatics Lifeguard & Safety Guardian

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles seeks a part-time Lifeguard at East Valley YMCA, North Hollywood, CA 91601. Role is up to 29 hours weekly in aquatics, hourly pay $18.97. Duties include monitoring the pool, enforcing safety rules, and ensuring clean, safe aquatic environments.

Applicants must be 16+ with current lifeguard, first aid, and CPR/BLS certifications. 1–2 years lifeguard experience preferred. Provisional hires allowed with up-skilling plans; schedule flexible to cover shifts.

Qualifications

• AGE: Minimum age of 16.
• MANDATORY CERTIFICATIONS: Current YMCA Lifeguarding, American Safety & Health Institute or American Red Cross or American Heart Association BLS for the Professional Rescuer, Standard/Community First Aid certifications.
• PROVISIONAL: May be hired before certification if enrolled in Lifeguard course within 30 days.
• RELATED EXPERIENCE: 1-2 years lifeguard experience preferred.
• SPECIALIZED SKILLS: Maintain required lifeguard certifications and demonstrate lifeguard skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous, uninterrupted scanning of pool and aquatic area.
• Enforce safety rules and procedures; respond to emergencies per YMCA policies.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure availability of needed gear.
• Keep accurate records as required by YMCA and Health Department.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Uphold YMCA safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.

Education

Lifeguard Certification

First Aid Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles seeks a part-time Lifeguard at East Valley YMCA, North Hollywood, CA 91601. Role is up to 29 hours weekly in aquatics, hourly pay $18.97. Duties include monitoring the pool, enforcing safety rules, and ensuring clean, safe aquatic environments.

Applicants must be 16+ with current lifeguard, first aid, and CPR/BLS certifications. 1–2 years lifeguard experience preferred. Provisional hires allowed with up-skilling plans; schedule flexible to cover shifts.