Lifeguard

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Opening Lifeguard – Part‑time

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 YMCA policies and procedures.

• Work today, get paid today! Instant access to your earned wages before payday.
• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% discount on programs, including childcare, personal training, sports and aquatics.
• 12% retirement contribution, once fully vested.
• 403b retirement savings plan.

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.

• Opening lifeguard shifts weekdays from 4:45 am to 9:00 am.
• Being “rescue ready” and maintaining active surveillance to ensure safety of the pool and aquatics area.
• Warn swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforce pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Administer first aid in the event of injury, rescue swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administer CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
• Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area to ensure a safe working environment and be able to answer customer questions.
• Know and be able to perform all emergency procedures and immediately respond to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; accurately complete related reports as required.
• Properly complete daily tasks according to YMCA Aquatics Standard Operating Procedures.
• Remain calm and objective when under pressure or challenged by others while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Provide excellent customer service to members, guests, and program participants.
• Attend required meetings, trainings and in‑services.

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training.
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job‑specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
• Maintenance Employees – ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker‑rooms and bathrooms), etc.
• Current Lifeguard Certification – American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard or be able to gain certification within 60 days of employment.
• One year of relevant experience.
• CPR, First Aid, & AED Certification.
• Demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate and enforce policies and procedures to members, program participants, and guests.
• Ability to react quickly and properly in emergency situations.
• Complete New Staff Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, and Bloodborne Pathogen training within first 30 days of employment.

Life guard certification is required prior to being hired. If you do not have your Lifeguard certification, the YMCA of Greenville offers Lifeguard certification classes. For more information on the classes, please visit our website or click the following link Lifeguarding at the Y.