Position Summary

This position is for the Red Bank YMCA. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the pool deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

 

 

Job Responsibilities

-Maintains active surveillance of the pool area and remain on duty and in an alert state until properly relieved from duty.

-Knows, reviews, implements, and discusses all safety rules, policies, and emergency procedures with all members and rentals.

-Responds to emergency or unsafe situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and completes related reports as required.

-Arrive at your designated location at scheduled time, dressed appropriately, and appropriate lifeguard attire (lifeguard shirt, bathing suit, easily removed foot gear, water bottle, and sunscreen).

-Adheres to all program and CDC standards including safety and cleanliness; sanitizing areas prior to use and after use; assist in maintaining equipment and supplies, and returning to proper storage spaces after each usage.

-Completes mandatory staff trainings and attends all staff meetings (in-person & online).

-Attends monthly in-service trainings in accordance with YMCA standards, and the state Health Department Code.

-Checks pool, pool deck, and equipment for hazardous conditions upon arrival and departure, and maintains cleanliness.

-Ensures that all appropriate equipment and supplies are available as needed.

-Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youth.

-Completes required abuse risk management training.

-Follows mandated abuse reporting procedures, including reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.

-Performs chemical testing when not actively guarding and maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and the state Health Department code.

-Reports any discrepancies with chemical readings to immediate supervisor.

-Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.

Qualifications

Not yet lifeguard certified? Check out certification classes and course fee reimbursement opportunities at the YMCA here: https://ymcanj.org/programs/adult-programs/american-red-cross-lifeguard-certification/

Additional Information

Job Location: Red Bank YMCA

Salary Range: $16.11-$18.00

Benefits: Free YMCA gym membership

How To Apply: Apply on our website directly using this link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/2940F83C5312EE12F95C55F0B69146FF/jobs/85876

PK 8/21/2026