minot family YMCA is now hiring!

JOIN THE AQUATICS TEAM AT THE MINOT FAMILY YMCA AS A LIFEGUARD OR SWIM INSTRUCTOR!

The Minot Family YMCA is now hiring for the position of Lifeguard and Swim Instructor.

The Y offers more than just a job – we offer you a career with a future, advancement and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. 

Find your perfect side job or start your career at the YMCA!!

WORKING FOR THE MINOT FAMILY YMCA HAS ITS BENEFITS!

BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Membership

• Staff Discounts on select programs

• Paid Training

• Paid Departmental Certifications

• 403b Retirement

Plus Access to:

• Other Y’s across nation

• Priority Job Advancement

• Priority National Recruitment

• Y Retirement as eligible 

• Supplemental insurance

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and Aquatics Lead, the Lifeguard at the Minot Family YMCA creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. 

DUTIES

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures and completes related reports as required.
• Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
• Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state health department code.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard
• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility
• Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility
• Must pass the American Red Cross pre-requisite steps – 150 yard continuous swim, 2 minute tread without hands, 50 yard continuous swim. As well as a timed brick retrieval from the deepest end of the pool

QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• Must be at least 15
• Lifeguard Certification Preferred. Will train the right candidates.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, Aquatics Lead, and Swim Lesson Lead, the Swim Instructor at the Minot Family YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swim classes. 

DUTIES

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and, as appropriate, refers program participants and families to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports).
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment and to lift a small to average size child.

QUALIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• Must be at least 15
• Lifeguard Certification preferred but not required
• WSI or YMCA Swim Instructor Certification preferred. Will train the right candidates.
• Previous swim lesson instruction preferred. 

At the Y, we believe that by investing in our team, they can, in turn, support others in our community. Our team is the heart of our work. We want to see each individual for who they truly are. We want to honor their unique gifts and talents and find ways to flex their strengths and develop their potential in new and creative ways.

The Y pays for your certification costs as well as paid training for lifeguard and swim instructor certification classes. Upon accepting an employment offer, you will be paid for your time while completing online course work, classroom training, and in-person testing.

The Minot Family YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer