The YMCA aquatics program is hiring enthusiastic, safety conscious, customer focused individuals that are looking for an opportunity and have a passion for water safety!

This position is for an Opening Lifeguard. Opening Lifeguards work two to three mornings per week from 5am-7am. This is a Monday-Friday position.

Lifeguards provide direct supervision of the pool and provide a quality experience to children and parents. Rules will be enforced in a polite, courteous, fair, and consistent manner, focusing on safety and the YMCA's core values. All YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures will be followed.

Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certification is required. Lifeguard certification will be provided upon hiring.

Essential Functions

• Supervises activities in the pool.
• Maintain a high level of preparedness and readiness to act in the event of an emergency.
• Enforces rules in a polite, courteous, and fair and consistent manner.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintain a positive relation with members, non-members, and other staff.
• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Red Cross certified lifeguard (or equivalent certification). Lifeguard certification will be provided upon hiring.
• Able to maintain scanning over long periods of time.
• At least 16 years of age.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

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.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Membership and Program Discounts
• Retirement Savings Options for Eligible Employees

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 this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.50 - $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 4 – 10 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Application Question(s):

• What is a valid email address we can use to contact you for an interview?
• What days and times are you available to work?

Work Location: In person