Part-Time Lifeguard & Swim Instructor – Downtown Tacoma

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 digital streaming membership

Flexible scheduling around school

Paid Sick Leave 1.23 hrs/40 hrs

EAP, mental health counseling

LifeMart employee discounts

Professional training and certs

20% discount on YMCA programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties in Tacoma, WA is hiring a part-time lifeguard for our downtown Tacoma center. You will monitor pool safety, teach youth swimming, and respond to emergencies following YMCA protocols.

Candidates should maintain lifeguard readiness, possess CPR for the Professional Rescuer credentials and First Aid training, and be prepared for background checks. Join a mission-driven team focused on community safety and engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years 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.
• Willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on day one.

Responsibilities

• Ensure member safety by scanning water and deck, enforcing rules, and following YMCA procedures.
• Instruct swimming lessons in basic and advanced stroke skills to youth members.
• Perform rescue actions, administer first aid and CPR as required.
• Prepare class lesson plans with progression 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

CPR certified

AED certified

First Aid certified

Job description

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties in Tacoma, WA is hiring a part-time lifeguard for our downtown Tacoma center. You will monitor pool safety, teach youth swimming, and respond to emergencies following YMCA protocols.

Candidates should maintain lifeguard readiness, possess CPR for the Professional Rescuer credentials and First Aid training, and be prepared for background checks. Join a mission-driven team focused on community safety and engagement.