Lifeguard - Downtown Boise YMCA

The Downtown Family YMCA opened its doors in 1964 and has since been a landmark in the Downtown Boise area. The facility has a full court basketball gym, a large cardio fitness center, multiple strength training systems and rooms, racquetball courts, a climbing wall, five fitness studios, three swimming pools, and multiple youth programming areas.

The Lifeguard is responsible for creating a safe environment for aquatics participants and serving as First Responder in emergency situations.

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Schedule and Compensation :

We have a variety of full and part-time shifts available. Lifeguards are needed year-round and we will work with you regarding your availability.

• Currently, we are in need of available Lifeguards for the following shifts;
• 5am-9am
• 9am-4pm
• 4pm-9pm
• Some weekends are required.

Starting rate : $13.65 per hour (Additional $2.00 / hour during May 7th to Sept. 6th). Additional $2.19 / hour shift differential for hours worked between 5 am to 9 am.

Responsibilities :

• Create a safe environment for members and participants through active deck scanning, being on time and ready to respond quickly and appropriately while role modeling safe behavior.
• Engage members and participants in effective, age-appropriate communication using the Y voice attributes. The down guard will actively engage with and encourage members during swim tests and lessons.
• Develop intentional relationships and engage members in a way to help them meet the seven Cause Measurement goals.
• Adhere to Aquatics Leading Practice Manual.
• Provide appropriate feedback to participants and members as needed.
• Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff, and volunteers at assigned program areas by adhering to YMCA Lifeguarding and association lifeguard standards.
• Communicate health and safety rules and regulations to participants, parents, and volunteers.

Qualifications :

• Must be 16 years of age or older upon hire.
• Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green).
• Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
• Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
• Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.

Certifications Required :

• Basic Life Support Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Oxygen Certification
• Y Lifeguard

Don't have your certifications? Email for more information on how to sign up for classes.

Welcoming and Inclusion :

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity.

The Y is a force for building bridges among all people regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

How To Apply :

External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.

ymcatvidaho.org or contact [email protected]. All current YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.

Previous YMCA staff may email their updated resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the name of the job they are applying for in the subject line or apply through their existing UKG account.