YMCA Mid-Peninsula Job Board:Lifeguard I

Job Opening Details

Position:	Lifeguard I
Category:	Aquatics/Fitness
Pay Range:	$9.69 � $14.54
Deadline:
Status:	Part-time, non-exempt
Branch:	Palo Alto Family YMCA
City:	Palo Alto
Contact:	Rick Bible 3412 Ross Road Palo Alto CA, 94306 Phone: 650-856-9622 Fax: 650-856-7783 Email: rbible@ymcamidpen.org

Basic Assignments Lifeguards are needed to cover morning, afternoon and evening shifts both weekdays and weekends. Lifeguards are schedule for 5-8 hour shifts to cover a zone rotation for two indoor pools. Each shift has a minimum of three lifeguards.

Major Functions As a member of the Palo Alto Family YMCA Aquatic Department, the Lifeguard 1 is responsible for the maintenance of a safe aquatic environment and first response in an aquatic emergency. The Lifeguard 1 is fully responsible for theses duties and is responsible for following the YMCA of the USA guidelines under the direction of Palo Alto Family YMCA Management. This position is considered to have a supervisory or disciplinary relationship over minors.

Qualifications This position requires the minimum age of 16 years or lifeguards over the age of 18 with less than one full year of lifeguard experience. Candidates must possess the knowledge and skills to maintain a safe aquatic facility and respond effectively to an emergency situation. The following certifications must be current:

1. YMCA Lifeguard (ARC will be accepted at time of hire, but YMCA Lifeguard must be obtained within 60 days of hire.)
2. Professional or Health Care Provider level CPR/AED
3. Oxygen Administration
4. First Aid

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