Description Want to make a positive difference in the lives of other people? Come work for the YMCA where meaningful relationships are made every day. Y employees receive a free membership and other benefits! Positions available at the Auburn YMCA and over the summer at Casey park! General Functions: Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and/or Aquatics Coordinator, Lifeguards ensures the safety of pool patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. Responsibilities: The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to the following: • Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area. • Maintain order; understand, uphold and enforce pool rules. • Prevent accidents whenever possible. Respond quickly and appropriately to all emergency situations in and around the pool. • Report in writing to the Aquatics Director all accidents, rescues, potential danger areas, damaged equipment, discipline problems and complaints. • Attend all staff meetings and training sessions as designated by the Aquatics Director. • Secure the pool by locking all doors when the pools are closed and a lifeguard is not on duty. • Keep abreast of current information relating to lifeguarding. • Completes additional duties as assigned by supervisor. • Adheres and complies with policies and procedures of the Auburn YMCA-WEIU. Requirements Qualifications: A lifeguard should possess a high degree of safety consciousness, solid decision making skills and good judgment. Additionally lifeguards should be courteous, reliable and friendly while demonstrating a mature and professional demeanor as a representative of the YMCA. Lifeguards should be keenly aware of the risks to pool patrons of not performing the essential functions of their position. • Must be a minimum of 16 years of age. • Must hold current certification in YMCA lifeguarding or equivalent. • Must hold current certification in Basic First Aid through ASHI or equivalent. • Must hold current certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer through ASHI or equivalent. • Must hold current certification in Emergency Oxygen Administration through ASHI or equivalent. • Crossover to YMCA Lifeguarding Certification within six months of hire date if currently certified in other organizations. Effect on End Result: • The Auburn Y Aquatic Programs will be operated in a safe and effective manner • YMCA participants will enhance their physical fitness. • Maintain and further the positive image of the YMCA within the community.