Job Details
**POSITION SUMMARY:**
Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the incumbent is responsible for the safety, supervision, and security of all patrons in the aquatic area. The incumbent must ensure the safety of all members and guests using the facility. This position is also responsible for maintaining a clean and safe swimming environment.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**
1. Fulfill Y's mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
2. Promote and incorporate the YMCA core values and mission into all aspects of the job and in the community.
3. Maintain diligent and constant surveillance of the water and pool deck areas at all times and respond to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
4. Enforce all aquatic rules and policies on a fair and consistent basis.
5. Maintain emergency equipment in proper working condition.
6. Attend all monthly mandatory aquatic in-service trainings.
7. Participate as an active team member for the overall advancement of the association.
8. Perform any additional tasks assigned by supervisors.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
1. Must be at least 16 years of age with at least two years of High School or equivalent.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
3. Excellent human relations skills.
4. Current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer
5. Visual abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral and depth perception and ability to adjust and focus.
**PRACTICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**
* Daily housekeeping
* Completing forms
* Assist in emergencies
* Maintain records/logs
**WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**
* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Lead, demonstrate and/or participate in activities for a sustained period of time.
* Required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel or crouch, talk and hear.
* Exposure to cleaning and pool chemicals as well as extremely hot or cold temperatures.
* Swim at least 300 yards; dive to depth of 10 feet; carry 10 lb weight for 20 yards; carry at least 50 lbs. for up to 500 feet; ability to move at least 50 lbs.
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