Lifeguard - Flexible Shifts Available
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The Granite YMCA
Concord, NH, US
Summary
Lifeguards must maintain constant surveillance of the pool area to ensure safety, enforce all pool rules and YMCA safety policies, and respond quickly and effectively to any emergencies or water rescues. They are also responsible for completing safety checks, maintaining accurate incident reports, and assisting with general pool readiness tasks.
Job Description
The YMCA of Concord is seeking Lifeguards to join our fun, dedicated, and mission-driven aquatics team! This is a great opportunity to build leadership skills, gain valuable experience, and play a key role in keeping our community safe.
No certification yet? No problem—we offer training for community members! With flexible scheduling and opportunities for advancement, this is more than just a summer job.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible scheduling (early morning, daytime, evening, and weekend shifts)
- Paid training and free lifeguard certification/recertification
- Opportunities for growth and advancement—many YMCA leaders started as Lifeguards
- Supportive, team-oriented environment
Responsibilities:
- Maintain constant surveillance of the pool area to ensure a safe, positive environment
- Enforce pool rules and YMCA safety policies
- Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and water rescues
- Complete safety checks and maintain accurate incident reports
- Build positive relationships with members, participants, and staff
- Assist with cleaning, equipment checks, and maintaining pool readiness
- Attend required trainings and proactively communicate scheduling needs
Qualifications:
- Lifeguard certification (YMCA or Red Cross) or ability to obtain
- Ability to stay alert and respond calmly in high-pressure situations
- Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
- Must meet physical requirements of lifeguarding (swimming, endurance, etc.)
Position Details:
- Part-time and full-time opportunities available
- Flexible shifts offered throughout the week
- Pay range $14.25 - $17.55hr, based on experience
Benefits & Perks:
- Free YMCA family membership
- Up to 50% off programs and childcare
- Paid training and leadership development opportunities
- Tuition discounts to select NH and online schools
- Employee discounts on entertainment, tickets, and more
- Retirement savings plan options (for eligible employees)
Make a difference, build your skills, and join a team that cares—apply today!
The Granite YMCA creates a community where all are welcome and builds a healthy spirit, mind and body based on the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. The Y is the unparalleled cause for strengthening community because we are the community. We’ve done it for more than 160 years already, and we’re determined to keep doing it. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to create the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. The Granite YMCA is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected, and secure kids, adults, families, seniors, and communities.
Founded
1854
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Manchester, New Hampshire
The Granite YMCA creates a community where all are welcome and builds a healthy spirit, mind and body based on the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. The Y is the unparalleled cause for strengthening community because we are the community. We’ve done it for more than 160 years already, and we’re determined to keep doing it. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to create the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. The Granite YMCA is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected, and secure kids, adults, families, seniors, and communities.
Founded
1854
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Manchester, New Hampshire
