Part-Time Lifeguard & Aquatics Instructor (Downtown Tacoma)

ymcapkccareers; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 streaming

Flexible scheduling

Professional training opportunities

Job summary

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is hiring a part-time Aquatics Staff / Lifeguard at the Tacoma Center YMCA in downtown Tacoma, WA. The role focuses on lifeguarding, safety, and youth swimming instruction for members aged 15 and older.

Hourly wage ranges from $18.00 to $18.50, with up to 25 hours per week. The position emphasizes independence, vigilance, and a welcoming environment in a one-guard pool setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 or older.
• Six months or more aquatics experience preferred.
• Current Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications preferred.
• Must pass Background and Reference checks per WA State Fair Chance Act.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive environment.
• Must complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and other trainings as required.

Responsibilities

• Always ensure member safety by scanning water and pool deck, enforcing rules, and following YMCA procedures.
• Instruct swimming lessons in basic and advanced strokes to youth members.
• Perform rescue actions, administer first aid and CPR per YMCA policies and the "safe-in-six" model; complete reports.
• Prepare class lesson plans with a progression suitable for ages and abilities.
• Know and apply safety rules for pool and aquatic areas.
• Attend monthly/quarterly/annual training and certification courses.
• Maintain positive relationships with members, participants, and staff.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

CPR for Professional Rescuer

AED certification

First Aid certification

Oxygen certification

Job description

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is hiring a part-time Aquatics Staff / Lifeguard at the Tacoma Center YMCA in downtown Tacoma, WA. The role focuses on lifeguarding, safety, and youth swimming instruction for members aged 15 and older.

Hourly wage ranges from $18.00 to $18.50, with up to 25 hours per week. The position emphasizes independence, vigilance, and a welcoming environment in a one-guard pool setting.