Lifeguard | Walnut Creek Family YMCA

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At the Y, strengthening community is our cause.  Our staff members are people who drive this cause – it is because of our drive, our passion, our belief in others, and our belief in the strength of our mission that we are able to make a difference – every day.

POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Lifeguard, you will have the opportunity to provide everyone with a safe place to swim, learn, grow and play. You will maintain a safe swimming environment in the pool, on the pool deck and the surrounding areas. You will be able to relate to people in a positive manner to build relationships with all who enter the pool.

LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION: If NOT certified, we will assist by providing the class to obtain certification, as it is a requirement of the position.
JOB LOCATION: Walnut Creek Family YMCA
SHIFTS AVAILABLE: Variety of shifts are available
PAY RATE: $16.00+ / hour - based on experience and skill
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: October 13, 2026 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Rescue Ready at all times - maintain constant surveillance of the water and pool deck areas.
2. Know emergency procedures and is able to demonstrate them.
3. Respond to all emergencies according the facility’s Emergency Action Plan
4. Enforce rules and procedures.
5. Keep the pool and pool deck free of obstructions and safety hazards.
6. Handle equipment as assigned to ensure safety.
7. Obtain and record chemical readings, and follow safety protocols.
8. Monitor safety / emergency equipment.
9. Attend in-service training in accordance with the Association’s guidelines.
10. Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
11. Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to read, write, and perform simple mathematical functions 
2. Must be at least 16 years of age 
3. Perform basic computer skills such as using the computerized time clock and online training requirements.
4. Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification OR equivalent – prior to starting.
5. Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Training - prior to starting if hired and maintained annually.
6. Additional training to be completed within the first 30 days and maintained afterwards. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate with people and monitor property and activity
2. Ability to complete the lifeguard skills prerequisite, such as swimming distances, treading water, retrieving water from a depth of at least 7 feet. 
3. Ability to remain alert at all time
4. Ability to perform strenuous physical activity
5. Ability to adapt to changing working conditions

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.  This position usually works in an indoor aquatics environment, but the mission of the organization may sometimes take them to non-standard workplaces.