Professional Lifeguard — Safe Aquatics, Growth & Benefits

YMCA of Greater Richmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits options

12% employer-paid retirement

Childcare discount

Complimentary YMCA membership

Continuous professional development

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking safety-focused, full-time Professional Lifeguards to ensure the safety of members and program participants at our Tuckahoe, Thornton Aquatic Center, Shady Grove, Powhatan and Goochland locations. Responsibilities include overseeing pools, ensuring safety procedures, and reporting incidents.

Candidates should have lifeguard experience, strong communication, and be able to work evenings/weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be able to swim 300 yards and tread water for 2 minutes.
• Service-focused, safety-first approach and accountable.
• Past lifeguarding and aquatic experience preferred.
• Strong communication and ability to implement safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, cleanliness, and order of pools and surrounding areas.
• Record and report accidents and incidents to Director.
• Serve as a role model for part-time aquatics staff and may train others.
• Be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Swim 300 yards

Tread water 2 min

Safety-minded

Customer service

Team player

Lifesaving skills

CPR-Pro/AED/First Aid

O2 certification willingness

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking safety-focused, full-time Professional Lifeguards to ensure the safety of members and program participants at our Tuckahoe, Thornton Aquatic Center, Shady Grove, Powhatan and Goochland locations. Responsibilities include overseeing pools, ensuring safety procedures, and reporting incidents.

Candidates should have lifeguard experience, strong communication, and be able to work evenings/weekends/holidays.