Lifeguard

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Lifeguard position is responsible for protecting the safety of patrons in and around the pool area by preventing potential accidents through rule enforcement, maintaining a clean uncluttered pool area, and maintaining a chemically balanced pool.

Requirements

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid sick time
• One paid floating holiday per calendar year
• Complimentary Individual Membership to the South Sound YMCA