Greater Lowell YMCA·Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
Maintain a safe aquatic environment for participants and spectators while responding to life-threatening incidents. Provide age-appropriate water safety instruction and swimming skill development to build participant confidence.
This is a full-time year-round opportunity in our aquatics department.
Scheduled hours will generally be between 12PM - 8PM with some flexibility on days of the week.
Candidates are expected to be flexible with scheduling, including some Saturdays and Sundays.
Maintain safe aquatic environment in pools and surrounding areas utilized by aquatic center participants and spectators.
Respond and provide care in life threatening incidents throughout facility as needed.
Provide age appropriate water safety instruction and development of swimming skills in a manner that is motivating and encourages self-confidence of participants.
The Y offers a positive and healthy work culture along with competitive salary and benefits. Benefits package includes: Health/Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability Insurance opportunities; Retirement; Membership, Program, and Child Care Discounts; paid time-off; development opportunities; Christian values-based work environment. Click links below for complete position descriptions to be held by candidate: Lifeguard [http://s3.amazonaws.com/reclique-core-glacial/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/25113327/Lifeguard.pdf] Swim Instructor [http://s3.amazonaws.com/reclique-core-glacial/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/25114309/Swim-Instructor.pdf] The YMCA is a leading non-profit organization committed to strengthening community through Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
Candidates must possess and maintain American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguarding, CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration. Ability to demonstrate acceptable swimming and rescue skills is required.
Market context
In Wisconsin, lifeguard and swim instructor openings are often steady where pools, camps, and community programs need staff who can cover safety and lessons. This role is competitive because employers look for current American Red Cross certifications, strong rescue and swimming skills, and the ability to teach while maintaining a safe environment. Before applying, confirm your certifications are active and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which can save time by condensing the original job description.