Lifeguard

Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.Description: We offer FREE in-house, American Red Cross, lifeguard training and certification sessions, with upcoming courses available. All courses run 4:00 - 9:00 PM on Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM on Saturday, and 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM on Sunday. POSITION SUMMARY:The Lifeguard is responsible for guarding the aquatic facility and/or aquatic activities to secure the safety of pool occupants and program participants. The Lifeguard will ensure a safe, fun area for children and adults to interact and enjoy. Our pools are open seven days a week, so staff are required to work at least one full shift a week. Additionally, all team members must be available to work one weekend shift a month to ensure fair coverage.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Enforces aquatic rules and proceduresKeeps deck free of obstructionsMaintains supervision of participantsAdministers necessary First Aid and CPRHandles parent/member complaintsMaintains all areas in clean, presentable fashionMaintains pool countMaintains pool and deck equipmentChecks and records pool temperature/air temperature and chemicalsEnforces policies on showers and proper attireEnforces safety standards and follows emergency proceduresEnsures State of Michigan's Department of Health requirements are metPerforms any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand RapidsCOMPENSATION$15.50 - $19.38 ; Part-Time; Non-Exempt (up to 25hrs/week)BENEFITS:Free YMCA Individual Membership12% retirement contribution upon eligibility, learn more here.403(b) retirement savings accountPaid sick timeOngoing training and development opportunitiesAccess to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your familyCommunity Discounts, and more!Requirements:QUALIFICATIONS:High school education; up to one month of related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Employee must be at least 18 years of age or older. YMCA experience preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONYMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard certification (required, offered in-house at no cost)Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for rescue (required)First Aid Certification required within the first 60 daysAED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 daysBlood Borne Pathogen trainingState of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)Lifeguard Instructor certification (preferred)YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:Critical Thinking & Decision MakingRecognizes own biases and suspends judgmental thinking.Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.Functional ExpertiseHas the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.Uses best practices, guidelines, and industry standards as a framework to improve performance.Emotional MaturityActs in alignment with personal and organizational values in all situations.Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.Accepts responsibility for behavior.Leads with empathy, anticipating how actions and words impact others.Operates with openness and a willingness to receive ongoing feedback from all levels of the organization.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee must be able to:Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodation.Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.See and observe all sections of an assigned zone of responsibility, with our without reasonable accommodations.TRAVEL0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.PM21Compensation details: 15.5-19.38 Hourly WagePIa19ffb1d67d8-31181-37930409

Created: 2025-09-20