Head Lifeguard

The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for a full-time Head Lifeguard to be responsible for upholding safety rules, Y policies, accident prevention, and emergency response at YMCA pools. This includes instructing swim lessons and supervising other lifeguard staff.

Primary Responsibilities

• Head Lifeguard:
• Supervise lifeguard staff during shift times, including opening and closing procedures.
• Perform cleaning duties as assigned.
• Test the pool daily to ensure a safe swimming environment; add chemicals to maintain proper chemistry. Advise the Aquatics Director of any issues.
• Maintain orderly logbooks in accordance with PA Health Codes. Abide by the PA State Bather’s Code when cleaning up during water contamination incidents.
• Supervise swimmers and patrons within the aquatic facility.
• Take actions necessary to prevent injury to patrons and self.
• Respond and perform lifesaving actions and emergency first aid when needed.
• Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules; know the reasons behind every rule and convey those reasons in a positive manner to patrons who ask questions.
• Complete incident reports as needed. Report any problems with patrons or other staff to the Aquatics Director.
• Swim Instructor:
• Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging swimmers to meet course objectives.
• Create lesson plans including activities that fall within swim lesson program guidelines.
• Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules and regulations with an extra emphasis on safety.
• Take attendance using the class roster.
• Communicate with parents about their child’s progress.

Qualifications

• At a minimum, a high school level education is required.
• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain a certification.
• Previous experience as a lifeguard.
• Previous experience teaching swim lessons.

Salary/Benefits

• $14.00 per hour base rate.
• $18 per hour for group lessons.
• $25 per hour for private lessons.
• 403(b) retirement program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
• Employer paid group health insurance.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Generous paid time-off package and paid holidays.