LIFEGUARD

MAKE A DIFFERENCE. KEEP OUR COMMUNITY SAFE.

Looking for a job that keeps you active and gives you the chance to make a real difference? As a Lifeguard at the Kenosha YMCA, you’ll help create a safe, welcoming environment where kids learn to swim, families spend time together and our community stays active.

You’ll be part of a supportive Aquatics team while building valuable skills in leadership, responsibility and emergency response. With flexible scheduling and opportunities to gain experience, it’s a great job for students, young adults and anyone looking for meaningful work.

What You’ll Do

• Keep a watchful eye on swimmers and activity throughout the pool and deck areas.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming environment by enforcing pool rules and responding to concerns.
• Recognize swimmers in distress and respond quickly and appropriately when assistance is needed.
• Help different pool activities, including open swim, lap swim and swim instruction, run safely and smoothly.
• Respond to emergencies using established lifeguarding, rescue, First Aid and CPR procedures.
• Complete accident and incident reports when needed.
• Report equipment or safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Follow YMCA Aquatics policies and applicable Wisconsin public swimming pool regulations.
• Maintain professional, positive interactions with members, participants and fellow staff.
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old. A valid work permit is required when applicable.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid certification.
• Current American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification.
• Previous lifeguarding experience is not required.
• Ability to remain alert, focused and attentive in a busy pool environment.
• Ability to respond confidently and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Strong communication, decision-making and customer service skills.
• Knowledge and application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Applicants age 18 and older must meet state background check requirements.

Employee Benefits Include

• Free Family YMCA Membership
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Supportive Team
• YMCA Program Discounts
• Child Care Discount

Your next job could save a life. Join the Kenosha YMCA Aquatics team and do work that truly matters.

The Kenosha YMCA has zero tolerance for abuse of youth in its programs by employees or volunteers and follows child abuse prevention policies, mandated reporting requirements and all applicable law enforcement requirements.