The Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA is currently seeking dependable, safety-focused lifeguards for weekday morning and afternoon shifts.

Available Monday–Friday shifts include:

• 4:45–7:30 a.m.
• 7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
• 12:00–5:00 p.m.

Position Summary

The Lifeguard supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

This position creates a safe, welcoming, and positive environment for everyone using our aquatic facilities. Lifeguards are responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the deck, and throughout the surrounding aquatic areas in accordance with Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA policies and procedures.

Our Culture

At the YMCA, our mission and values guide everything we do. We work intentionally each day to strengthen our community and create a place where everyone can belong and thrive.

We are:

• Welcoming: We are open to all and create a place where individuals can belong and become.
• Genuine: We value each person and embrace individuality.
• Hopeful: We believe in every person’s potential to make a positive difference.
• Nurturing: We support others as they work toward their full potential.
• Determined: We are committed to making our community stronger, beginning with you.

Essential Functions

1. Maintain active and consistent surveillance of the assigned pool area.
2. Know and regularly review the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA Aquatics Safety Plan and emergency procedures.
3. Respond immediately and appropriately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “Safe-in-Six” response model.
4. Complete all required incident and emergency reports accurately and promptly.
5. Know, understand, and consistently enforce safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and surrounding aquatic areas.
6. Remain calm, professional, and objective when under pressure or challenged by others.
7. Maintain order and address concerns with timely, appropriate solutions.
8. Maintain accurate records as required by the YMCA and applicable state health department regulations.
9. Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate safety and rescue equipment is available and ready for use.
10. Inspect the pool and surrounding areas for hazardous conditions upon arrival and ensure the facility is properly secured at closing.
11. Perform required chemical testing while not actively guarding and take appropriate action when necessary.
12. Help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the pool, deck, and surrounding areas.
13. Follow all YMCA policies and procedures while demonstrating the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must hold a current YMCA Lifeguard certification or an approved equivalent certification.
• Must hold current Professional Rescuer CPR, AED, Oxygen Administration, and First Aid certifications.
• Must demonstrate lifeguarding skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Must maintain the physical and mental readiness required for certification.
• Must be able to work cooperatively and professionally in a team environment.
• Must be able to relate effectively to individuals from diverse social and economic backgrounds.
• Must complete Child Abuse Prevention, Understanding Your Biases, Anti-Harassment, Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Communication Awareness, and Slips, Trips, and Falls training within 30 days of hire.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The physical demands described below represent those required to perform the essential duties of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Lifeguard must be able to:

• Physically perform all skills required of a certified lifeguard.
• Hear noises, calls for help, and distress signals throughout the aquatic environment, including in the water and around the assigned zone of responsibility.
• Remain alert and attentive without lapses in consciousness.
• See and continuously observe all areas within the assigned zone of responsibility.