Position: Part Time Lifeguards
Locations: Dallas County Area YMCA
Reports to: Center Director
Wages: $9.70-$12.45/hour depending on experience

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General Functions:

Under the direction of the Center Director, the Lifeguard will be responsible for the safety and well-being of participants in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas during aquatic activities in the pool to effectively and courteously enforce all pool rules, regulations, and policies.

 

Major Responsibilities:

• 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.  Completes related reports as required.

• 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.  Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or state health department code.

• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.

• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.

• Performs chemical testing when not guarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.

• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.

• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. 

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Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum age of 16.

• Certifications:  CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid. 

• Current YMCA Lifeguard, American Red Cross, or equivalent.

• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.

• Able to stand for long periods of time in a warm, humid environment.

• Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA/Red Cross standards.

 

Skills and Abilities:

• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.  Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.

• Meet strength and lifting requirements.

• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

 

How to Apply:

Please complete a job application