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Job description
Lifeguard Position
The YMCA is hiring Lifeguards for our aquatics team! If you are responsible, energetic, and enjoy working with people of all ages, we'd love to have you join us this summer.
Position Responsibilities
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
Pay
$14.50 - $16.00/hour
Additional $4.00/hour for 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
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.
Worksite address
alexandria, MN, 56308, US
Who can apply
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