Lifeguard

Location: 10601 47th Pl W, Mukilteo, WA, 98275, United States Base Pay: $18.92 - $28.77 / Hour Job Category: Aquatics Employee Type: Non-Exempt Part Time Contact information: View email address on click.appcast.io Position Summary Maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Create a safe, positive and inclusive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures. Job Duties / Responsibilities Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area Know, review, and follow all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures, complete related reports as required Develop and maintain positive effective relationships with all including our diverse members, participants and other staff Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool/aquatic area Maintain accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed Check the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving Perform chemical testing at appropriate times of the day, as required, and take appropriate action Actively prevent and address suspected abuse Must be able to remain alert with no lapses in attentiveness Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods, able to move about including in/out of elevated chair Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards Current First Aid, CPRPRO (BLS), AED and O2 certifications Current YMCA Lifeguard or RLSS, CRC, ARC Lifeguard Ability to pass lifeguard water test (swim 500 yards, including 100 yards each of sidestroke, front crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke kick with one arm forward, and inverted breaststroke kick with arm on the stomach; tread water using legs only for at least 2 minutes; and swim underwater for 15 feet) Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness Fluency in second language desired Y Culture Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines Arrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping system Leader Core Competencies Mission Advancement Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinion, and perceptions Builds rapport and relates well to others Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively Takes initiative to assist in developing others Operational Effectiveness Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high‑value experience for members Personal Growth Pursues self‑development that enhances job performance Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up‑to‑the‑date knowledge and skills in technology Physical and Mental Demands Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve non‑routine and complex problems; may use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions; and interact with members, staff, volunteers, and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied individuals. Working Conditions The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Typically interaction with others is busy, constant and occasionally interruptive. Work may be demanding at times. May require ability to work irregular hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job Description Disclaimer Job descriptions represent a general outline of job duties, functions and qualifications. They are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve over time and therefore their description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time. Benefits Free YMCA family membership for all staff Free training offered for all positions & get paid while you train for your job Sick Pay accrued at rate of one hour for every 40 hours worked Retirement paid at 12% annual compensation after 2 years of service (minimum 1,000 hours worked in each year) 20% off programs and services for all staff Cheery, dynamic cause‑driven work environment, like no other Flexible work schedules and a family‑friendly environment Little to no experience required for most positions—let us train you The full range of the pay grade for this position is $18.92‑$28.77. #J-18808-Ljbffr