Lifeguard

Lifeguard

Dubuque Community Y

2 Positions

ID: 93961

Posted On 08/05/2026

Refreshed On 09/14/2026

Job Overview

THE DUBUQUE YMCA NEEDS YOUR HELP! FREE DUBUQUE YMCA MEMBERSHIP AS A PART-TIME HIRE. Save lives and help others have fun as Lifeguard at the Dubuque YMCA! Under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Director, this position creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with Dubuque Community YMCA policies and procedures. All lifeguards must be Lifeguard/First-Aid/AED/CPR certified. All employees also receive complimentary YMCA membership.

BENEFITS:

• Will pay for and provide Lifeguard certification

• Free Dubuque YMCA Membership

• Competitive wages

• Flexible hours to fit your schedule

LIFEGUARD ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Great for High School Students (Shifts 4pm-9pm) Other Shifts Available!

2. Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.

3. Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with DCY policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.

4. Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.

5. Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.

6. Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.

7. Maintains accurate records as required by the DCY and/or the state health department code.

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

9. Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.

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

LIFEGUARD QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum age of 16

2. We Reimburse for the Cost of Certifications: Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED and first aid

3. Reimburse for Upcoming Lifeguard Certification Class

4. Child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date

5. Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness

6. Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with DCY standards

Primary Contact

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Brandi Henneke

Aquatics & Wellness Director,

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Job Details

Categories

Athletics/Fitness/Recreation

Volunteer and Non-profit

Location

Dubuque, IA

Shift

Flexible

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Part Time

Company ID

973

Job REQ #

# Positions

2

Start Date

20260805

End Date

20261127

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Dubuque Community Y

About the Company

Learn, Grow and Thrive with a Career at the Y

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you discover more than a job enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you. In more than 10,000 communities nationwide, our staff members of all ages and from diverse back—grounds and life experiences the personal satisfaction that comes from nurturing the potential of youth and teens, improving the nation' health and well-being and providing support to our neighbors.

The Y is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adult, families and communities. Everyday our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.

With a areas of impact including YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, HEALTHY LIVING, AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY, strengthening communities is our cause. At the Y, we believe that lasting personal and social change happens when we all work together. Every day we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.