Summer Lifeguard

Greater Austin YMCA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Lifeguards for the summer season. This role is vital for ensuring safety in the water, where your vigilance and quick response will create a secure environment for all members. You'll enjoy the benefits of a free YMCA membership while making a meaningful impact in your community. Join a supportive team where you can build skills, foster relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion and belonging. If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply today!

Benefits

Free YMCA Membership

Sign-on Bonus of $300

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid lifeguard certification from YMCA or Red Cross.
• Excellent swimming skills and ability to perform rescue techniques.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool areas and enforce safety rules to prevent accidents.
• React to emergencies with appropriate first aid and CPR.

Skills

Lifeguarding

CPR/AED

First Aid

Swimming Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

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Why Your Role Matters

As a Lifeguard, you play a key role in making sure everyone feels safe and confident in the water. Your focus and quick response help create a secure environment where members can learn, improve, and enjoy their time in the pool. By staying alert and following safety protocols, you help minimize risks and ensure a positive experience for all. Your role isn’t just about watching the water—it’s about building a community where everyone can thrive.

We are hiring Lifeguards at multiple locations for the summer season! This is a seasonal position running from May 19, 2025, through September 6, 2025, supporting our summer programs. If you're looking for a meaningful role where you can build skills, make an impact, and be part of a great team—plus, you'll receive a free YMCA membership! Apply today!

We have YMCA locations in Austin, Dripping Springs, and Buda:

• North Austin YMCA Center -1000 W. Rundberg Ln. Austin, TX 78758
• East Communities YMCA Center - 5315 Ed Bluestein Blvd. Austin, TX 78723
• Northwest Family YMCA Center - 5807 McNeil Dr. Austin, TX 78729
• Southwest Family YMCA Center - 6219 Oakclaire Dr. Austin, TX 78735
• TownLake YMCA Center - 1100 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78703
• Hays Communities YMCA Center - 465 Buda Sportsplex Dr, Buda, TX 78610
• Springs Family YMCA Center- 27216 Ranch Rd 12, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
• The Y at Camp Moody - 1220 Old San Antonio Rd, Buda, TX 78610
  
  

How You Make An Impact

• Proactively monitor pool areas and enforce safety rules to prevent accidents, creating a secure space where members can enjoy the water with confidence.
• React to emergencies with appropriate first aid and CPR, aiming for positive outcomes, ensuring that every member feels safe and supported.
• Identify and resolve potential hazards immediately, preventing accidents and fostering a worry-free environment for all users.
• Regularly inspect pool equipment and facilities, reporting any issues to ensure everything is in working order, which supports a seamless and enjoyable experience for all members.
• Inform members about pool rules and safety procedures, encouraging compliance and helping them feel secure while engaging in water-based activities.
• Help with swim lessons and aquatics programs, playing an active role in members' skill development and contributing to positive program outcomes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pool area and locker rooms, ensuring a pleasant, hygienic space where members can relax and enjoy their time.
• Attend all required trainings and staff meetings to stay up-to-date with safety procedures and best practices, improving your skills and enhancing your impact.
• Demonstrate YMCA’s purpose and values in all interactions, helping to create a culture of respect, care, and community.
• Serve as an ambassador for the organization, sharing the Y’s work and culture with members, peers, and guests and fostering a sense of belonging.
• Assist with any other tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall success and positive atmosphere of the YMCA.
  
  

What You Bring To The Y

• Must be at a minimum of 16 years old.
• Hold a valid lifeguard certification from either the YMCA or the Red Cross, including certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen administration.
• Excellent swimming skills, ability to perform rescue techniques and endurance maintenance.
• Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations.
• You have a growth mindset -You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in an effort to continuously improve.
• You are a team player—You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and can work well with others.
• You communicate effectively -You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and writeeffectively.
• You are customer-focused – You build good customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging -You leverage people’s differences as strengths.
  
  

Physical Requirements

The role requires comfort working in a pool environment, with exposure to water, chlorine, and varying temperatures. Lifeguards must be able to stand, walk, swim, and remain alert for extended periods. The position involves hearing and distinguishing distress signals, visually scanning all areas of the pool, and responding quickly to emergencies. Additionally, it requires lifting and moving equipment, children, and performing other physical tasks related to pool supervision and instruction. Effective verbal communication, including projecting your voice across distances in both normal and noisy conditions, is essential. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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