Graham Aquatic Center York - Seasonal Outdoor Pool Lifeguard

Job Description

Job Description

Seasonal Lifeguard – Graham Aquatic Center (2026)Join our team and help keep our outdoor pool safe, fun, and welcoming all summer long! The Graham Aquatic Center is hiring Seasonal Lifeguards for the 2026 season to monitor swimmers, enforce safety rules, and respond quickly and confidently to emergencies.ScheduleOpen seven days a week11:30 AM – 7:30 PMWe're looking for responsible, alert, and dependable individuals who enjoy working outdoors and being part of a team-focused environment. Lifeguards play an important role in creating a safe and positive experience for guests of all ages while promoting water safety throughout the facility.If you're ready to make a splash this summer and build valuable leadership and safety skills, we'd love to have you on our team!POSITION SUMMARY:This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Lifeguard at the YMCA creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining the safety of all aquatic facility users in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.OUR CULTURE:Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Maintains active surveillance of the pool area while remaining on deck at all times, never leaving the pool unattended, and responds to any emergency that occursRemain rescue ready while on the pool desk, including proper attireFollows proper protocol for transitioning with other lifeguards for reporting on duty and off duty as per scheduled shifts. Enforces all pool rules in a consistent and friendly manner, and remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by othersOrganizes equipment and keeps pool area neatInforms members about lap patterns and areas of activity while responding to challenges with possible solutions in a timely mannerKeep a friendly and warm atmosphere for all members and guests, but remember the primary responsibility and continue to supervise all areasFollow the proper opening and closing proceduresMaintains accurate records as required by the YMCA (i.e. chemical readings)Attends monthly staff meetings and trainingsLEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:InclusionCritical Thinking & Decision MakingEmotional MaturityQUALIFICATIONS:Minimum age of 15Certifications: American Red Cross LifeguardObtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearanceObtain Mandated Reporter ClearanceWORK 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 functionsPhysically perform all skills required of a lifeguardHear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibilityMay regularly work in an outside environment and exposed to the elementsMay have exposure to pool chemicalsRemain alert with no lapses of consciousnessSee and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibilityEmployee must be able to communicate effectively by speaking and listening in a loud environmentThe employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 poundsObtain Criminal background check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.