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Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

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Cortland County Family YMCA

Cortland, NY (In Person)

$33,280 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 5 weeks ago (Updated 21 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/22/2026

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Job Description

Overview:
We are seeking dedicated and responsible individuals to join our team as Lifeguards and/or swim instructors. As a Lifeguard, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our guests at the pool. This is a paid position with opportunities for growth and development. As a swim instructor, you will go through training (paid) to learn how to teach children how to swim and water safety.
Lifeguard Responsibilities:
  • Monitor the pool area to prevent accidents and respond quickly in emergency situations
  • Enforce pool rules and regulations to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all guests
  • Provide excellent guest service by answering questions, providing assistance, and addressing concerns
  • Perform pool cleaning duties, including skimming debris, vacuuming, and maintaining proper chemical levels
  • Conduct regular inspections of pool equipment and report any maintenance or repair needs
  • Administer CPR, first aid, or other emergency medical procedures when necessary
  • Assist with pool maintenance tasks such as backwashing filters, checking water temperature, and adjusting water chemistry levels
Lifeguard Experience:
  • Previous experience as a Lifeguard is preferred but not required
  • Strong swimming skills and knowledge of lifeguarding techniques.
Must be able to perform the lifeguard class pre-swim, which is a 150 front stroke with a 2 minute no hand tread water, followed by an additional 50 yard front stroke. The second part of the pre-swim includes a timed swim. The participant must swim from the shallow end to the deep end, retreive a 10 pound brick from at leaset 9 feet depth, then swim back to the shallow end carrying the brick without using your arms in 1:40 or under.
  • Current certification in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguarding (or willingness to obtain certification)
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) for equipment setup and removal If you are passionate about ensuring the safety of others and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for the Lifeguard position.
Join our team today!
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$16.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Ability to
Relocate:
Cortland, NY 13045: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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