Lifeguard at YMCA of Metropolitan Denver

Description

SCHEDULE - Looking for opening and midday (4:45am - 1:00pm) support in the pool area.

Current lifeguard certification required upon hire date. For certification information reach out to [email protected].

Do you thrive by the water, have lightning-fast reflexes, and rock that whistle with confidence? We’re on the lookout for fun, reliable, and safety-minded Lifeguards to join our team!

What You’ll Do:

• Keep swimmers safe and confident in and around the water.
• Be the hero with the whistle.
• Jump in to teach, guide, and cheer on our community of swimmers.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong swimming skills and a calm, confident presence.
• Current lifeguard certification (or willingness to earn one—we’ll help you get there!).
• A friendly, team-oriented attitude and love for helping people.

Perks of the Job:

• Flexible schedules (hello, work-life balance!).
• Work that keeps you active, outdoors, and engaged.
• A fun team that’s as supportive as a pool noodle.

If you’re ready to keep the pool safe and the vibes high, apply today and dive into a job you’ll love!

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Lifeguard, working as part of the Aquatics team, will deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. The Lifeguard will be responsible for guarding the pool and assuring a safe and clean aquatic environment for members and guests. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA. 

THE YMCA AS THE THIRD PLACE 

To be the welcoming and transformative place - beyond work and home - where people feel most able to be their true selves; explore their purpose, dreams and goals; achieve health and wellness for their spirit, mind and body; connect with their community and feel a sense of belonging and possibilities like nowhere else

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Always maintain pool safety; guard using YMCA approved techniques and procedures including dismissing participants for disruptive behaviors  

• Perform chemical checks as indicated  

• Wear protective gear when handling biohazard materials  

• Proactively clean up and/or repair areas used by the program  

• Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor immediately using proper forms  

• Remain current on Lifeguard Certification, CPR Pro, First Aid and other safety certification training  

• Educate participants on pool rules and enforce rules as required 

• Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans  

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger to handle or feel objects, tools, controls, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear  

• Exposed to wet and humid conditions, outdoor weather conditions including direct UV sun rays, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and potentially explosive materials   

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50-100 pounds  

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and focus  

Qualifications & Benefits

QUALIFICATIONS

• 16 years of age or older  

• CPR-PR/AED, Oxygen Administration, and Standard First Aid or ability to obtain before hire  

• American Red Cross/YMCA Lifeguard certification or ability to obtain before hire  

• High customer relation skills  

BENEFITS

• Free individual membership 
• Program discounts
• Generous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
• Paid Time off for those scheduled and working 20+ per week