Head Lifeguard

$18.75 per hour and a Free Family YMCA Membership

Sunday 7:30a-4p & Monday-Thursday 12-9p

Under the direction of the Aquatic Staff Associate, the Head Lifeguard will uphold the rules and the guidelines of the pool to ensure the safest environment for all members. The Head Lifeguard is also responsible to open the pool and life guard as required. The position is responsible for demonstrating YMCA leadership competencies to ensure the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA of Greater Rochester is conveyed.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure pool is open each day on time and functioning properly
• Ensure the safety of every individual at the YMCA, both in and around pool area.
• Enforce all aquatic regulations including those pertaining to food and drink, and conduct.
• Check pool and/or spa chemicals and address any issues with the pool and/or spa that require maintenance.
• Ensure that the pool area is clean, tidy and in sanitary condition.
• Assist with scheduling staff to cover shifts as needed to ensure safety ratios are met. The head guard is expected to fill in when there is a staff shortage.
• Mentor and provide leadership to all lifeguards on staff.
• Maintain accurate records as required by the NYS Health Department Sanitary Code.
• Learn and review all emergency procedures and implement when required.
• Assist in maintaining medical supplies as needed.
• Responsible for program operation, quality and safety of pool area as assigned.
• Ensure the safety of every individual at the YMCA, both in and around pool area by maintaining compliance with the YMCA of Greater Rochester Aquatic Safety Policies and Guidelines and NYS Health Department.
• Maintain all required certifications.
• Attend all required meetings, branch events, in-service, and trainings.
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.