**Lifeguard -Marion YMCA**

**Description**

We are looking for several lifeguards to join our team to fill daily shifts in our expanded, state of the art facility in Marion!

* Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of all members and guests in the pool area.

* Enforce rules and procedures for members and guests both in the water and on the pool deck.

* Keep pool and pool deck free of obstructions and safety hazards.

* Maintain constant surveillance of the water and pool deck areas.

* Handle equipment as assigned to ensure safety.

* Record chemical readings.

* Know emergency procedures and be able to demonstrate them.

* Maintain emergency equipment.

* Respond to all emergencies.

* Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.

* Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and core values.

**Requirements**

* Must be at least 16 years of age

* Current Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard certification

* Ability to remain alert at all times

* Ability to adapt to changing working conditions

* Ability to perform strenuous physical activity

* Ability to work with diverse group of people

* Ability to work with minimal supervision

* Ability to maintain control of area even when distracted by noise

* Attend trainings and/or courses as required by the YMCA

* All-In-One Training (CPR/AED/First Aid/PDT/Safety Training)- CPR course must be CPR for the Professional Rescuer