Seasonal Lifeguard, Polk County, NC

The Lifeguard is responsible for the supervision, control, and safety of all participants during any pool activity through preventative guarding methods.

Qualifications:  

• Lifeguard must hold current Red Cross and/or YMCA Lifeguard certification or comparable national cert.
• Lifeguard must be certified in CPR for the Pro Rescuer and First Aid
• Must be at least 16 years of age and in high school or graduated
• Must be able to complete any and all required trainings and employee application process as well as any other required certifications as the job progresses
• Must be able to make sound decisions in a stressful aquatics environment
• Lifting up to 100 pounds may be required
• Working around chemicals may be required

Required Tasks:

• Remain alert with no lapses in consciousness
• Sit for extended periods in elevated chair or standing at edge of deck  while on duty
• Move to various locations, including in and around elevated chair
• Communicate verbally, including projecting his/her voice across distances, and communicate swiftly and effectively with emergency personnel over the phone and in person
• Hear noises and distress signals in and aquatic environment with background noise
• Swim 300 continuous yards of freestyle and breaststroke
• Think in the abstract, solve problems, make decisions, instruct, evaluate, supervise, and remember
• Operate as a team with other lifeguards and YMCA staff as well as independently

Responsibilities:

• Provide supervision and high safety standard during all swimming activities
• Administer swim tests, place and care for Swim-safe bands
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness of pool, deck, and locker rooms
• Participate in monthly in-service training and any other activities pertinent to position
• Maintain current Lifeguard, CPR PRO, and First Aid certifications
• Test the PH, free chlorine level, and water temperature
• Engage in positive relations with members and guests
• Know all emergency procedures
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times
• Report for duty on time and be prepared to guard
• No eating meals, reading, phone use, or studying on duty
• Perform designated tasks in a timely manner
• Secure a sub in the event of illness or emergency and notify Supervisor(s)
• Perform any additional tasks as delegated by Aquatics Director,  Coordinator, or Head Guard for the overall benefit of Aquatic Department and YMCA