Lifeguard

YMCA
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The Unicoi County Family YMCA located in beautiful East Tennessee is seeking a cause driven leader to serve as a Lifeguard.
Job Description

This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, ​high-quality experience for all staff, volunteers, members, program participants, and guests​. They will achieve this by creating a positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and adheres to strong safety practices in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Qualifications
  • Minimum age of 18
  • High school diploma or equivalent​, required
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field, preferred
  • YMCA Team Leader certification, preferred
  • Current YMCA Lifeguard certification or equivalent (must attain YMCA Lifeguard certification within 90 days of hire)
  • Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification or equivalent (must attain YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification within 120 days of hire)
  • Current Basic Life Support (CPRO), First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications
  • Successfully complete the YMCA Lifeguard swim test and maintain certification level of physical and mental readiness
  • Responsible for recertification before expiration
  • Certifications to attain within one (1) year of hire: YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer, CPO Certified Pool Operator
  • Strategic thinker, inspiring communicator, and inclusive leadership skills
  • Energized by building systems and relationships that make people stronger—inside and out
Essential Functions
  • Serves as a member of the branch, Aquatics Department. Will attend all scheduled meetings, including, but not limited to, branch team meetings, operation meetings, and leadership meetings.
  • Fosters a culture that builds trust and treats all team members and colleagues with respect; constructively and immediately deals with conflict; gains commitment and provides clarity; holds team members accountable and cultivates peer accountability; and achieves results to meet strategic and operational goals.
  • Supports Aquatics Director with staffing, scheduling, payroll, and programming as needed. 
  • Follows all YMCA policies and industry-leading practices as well as local, state, and federal regulations and laws.
  • Participates in the aquatic department in the areas of program development, staff training, program quality standards, recertification, audits, and resource development. 
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

Functional Expertise
Developing Self & Others
Communication & Influence