Lifeguard

Description

Ready to Dive In?
Join us in making a difference—apply today to become a part of the YMCA Lifeguard team in Alexandria! We are seeking dedicated and certified Lifeguards to ensure a safe, welcoming and enjoyable aquatics environment for all members and guests.

Pay and Perks

• $14.00 - $15.50 per hour
• $4.00/hour weekend shift differential

 Benefits 

• YMCA covers the cost of lifeguard certification
• Flexible Schedule
• Free Membership and Program Discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Savings Options
• Strong commitment to work-life balance

Job Summary 

As a Lifeguard at the YMCA, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe aquatic environment while embodying the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Key responsibilities include:

• Actively supervising the pool area to ensure safety at all times
• Providing an exceptional and welcoming experience for children, families, and guests
• Enforcing pool rules fairly, consistently, and courteously
• Responding quickly and effectively to emergencies, following all safety protocols
• Adhering to YMCA policies and procedures, including emergency and safety standards

Requirements

•  Current Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certification (required)
• Strong commitment to water safety and member service
• Ability to remain alert, vigilant, and proactive in enforcing safety rules
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time. 
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. 
• Must be able to lift equipment weighing up to 20 pounds or remove a victim from the water in the event of an emergency. 
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time. 
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate. 
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.

EEO Statement

The Alexandria Area YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment with regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties
Please note that this job description is not all-inclusive. Additional duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time, with or without notice.