Lifeguard

What You'll Do: Maintain active surveillance of the pool and surrounding areas Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies Enforce safety rules and YMCA policies Build positive relationships with members and guests Perform pool safety checks and facility inspections Assist with maintaining a clean and safe aquatic environment Work collaboratively with the aquatics team What Makes a Great Lifeguard at the Y?We're looking for individuals who are: Responsible and dependable Calm under pressure Attentive and safety-focused Friendly and welcoming Team-oriented Passionate about serving the community Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 15 years old by date of hire Required Certifications: American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certificate, American Red Cross First Aid for the Public Safety Personnel (Title 22), and American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certificate. Ability to meet all YMCA and Red Cross lifeguarding standards Ability to maintain certification-level physical readiness DOJ and FBI fingerprint clearance required Why Choose the Sonoma County Family YMCA?More Than a Paycheck We invest in our staff and provide benefits that are uncommon for part-time positions: Free YMCA membership Reduced program fees Free child care Flexible scheduling Floating holidays Sick time Employee wellness program Employee Assistance Program Staff scholarship fund Training and career development opportunities Employer-paid CPR/First Aid renewals 10% contribution to the Y Retirement Fund Join a Team That Matters Every day, YMCA lifeguards help prevent emergencies, support families, build confidence in young swimmers, and make our community stronger. Your next shift could make a difference in someone's life.