Head Lifeguard (La Jolla)

We are looking for a Head Lifeguard!

Are you a reliable, responsible leader?

Do you have experience with Aquatics?

Are you 18 or older?

GROW YOUR CAREER AT OUR Y LOCATION(S) BELOW!

Coastal – McKinney Family YMCA (La Jolla) - Must be available for opening or closing and must have weekend availability

Y would I apply?

• Complimentary Y Membership
• FREE Complete Gym Membership
  
• FREE Workout Classes
• FREE Pool Access
• Build Your Resume
• Opportunities for Growth
• Community Involvement
• PART TIME Perks
  
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Professional Development Opportunities

If you are interested in learning more about employee benefits, use the link below:

Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Sound good? (We think so, too!) Here’s what you would do:

• Practices preventive lifeguard techniques at all times
• Administers First Aid, CPR, AED or 02 as necessary
• Informs Aquatics Director/ Coordinator when there is a situation in which the pool is unsafe or needs to be closed and when mechanical problems arise
• Supervises Aquatic Staff, in the absence of the Aquatic Director/Coordinator, to ensure all facility policies are being enforced and observed by staff
• Ensures that pump room operations, including chemical levels, water clarity, and chlorine/ acid tanks are at the appropriate levels and standards (within the scope of training/certification)
• Resolves problems with members and participants to the best of your ability or informs Aquatics Director/ Coordinator if not resolved in a timely manner

“OK, I’m sold!” What do I need to qualify?

• Must be 18 or older
• Must have 2 years of lifeguarding experience
• Current YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
  • Must crossover to YMCA certification within 6 months
• Other Current Certifications:
  • CPR PRO/AED
  • First Aid for Public Safety personnel
  • O2
• The Certifications above must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute
• Current CPO Certification within 60 days of hire
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification desirable
• Experience in supervision of staff preferred
• Must pass written and practical skills exam prior to duty
• Must have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
• Must have ability to observe participant activities adequately, to enforce safety regulations and to apply appropriate policies and procedures