Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Don Stathos Campus - Eugene, OR 97405Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $15.87 - $15.87 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Title: Lifeguard / Group Swim Instructor
Department: Aquatics
Classification: Non-exempt, part time
Job Grade: 3
Reports to: Aquatics Director
Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Position Summary
Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Builds positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community.
Essential Functions
Lifeguard Duties
Maintains active surveillance of the pool area
Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures; completes related reports as required
Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic areas
Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed
Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving
Identifies and celebrates the successes of members and program participants
Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings
Group Swim Instruction
Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals
Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; encourages parent or caregiver involvement
Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs
Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports)
Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, completes incident and accident reports as necessary
Organizes and puts away needed class equipment, reports damaged equipment
Trains and supervises class aides as assigned
Complete all required trainings as assigned by supervisor, by scheduled due date
If required to drive while on duty (either your own vehicle or a Y-owned vehicle), must maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license, a DMV driving record that meets YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout entire term of employment
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum age of 15
Required Current Certifications: Professional Rescuer CPR/AED, First Aid
Current Red Cross Lifeguard or YMCA Lifeguard certification or equivalent
Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
Must demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with Eugene Family YMCA standards
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard
Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility
Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness
See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility
Employee Benefits & Discounts
Eugene Family YMCA (eugeneymca.org)
The Eugene Family YMCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The Eugene Family YMCA is committed to creating an environment of mutual recognition where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Y believes that diversity, inclusion, and a sense of purpose and belonging in the workplace are critical to the achievement of our mission. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may complete the ADA Accommodation Request Form; or contact us at hr@eugeneymca.org or 541-686-9622.
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