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Posted August 22, 2026

Clifton Park Pool : Head Lifeguard - Full Time (1), Assistant Swim Coach (1), Lifeguards & Swim Ins

Capital District YMCA
Clifton Park, NY, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Get Paid When You Need It
With our Early Wage Access (EWA) program, access a portion of your earned wages on demand—no need to wait for payday. Enjoy more flexibility and control over your finances.

OPEN POSITIONS:

HEAD LIFEGUARD (1 Full Time) - $17.42/hour

Available Shifts:

    • Full Time Position - 30 hours per week
    • Flexible work schedule + weekends

ASSISTANT SWIM COACH (1) - $17.42/hour

Available Shifts:

    • Part Time - Monday, Wednesday, Friday Evenings and Weekends

LIFEGUARDS – $16.43/hour

Available Shifts (between the hours of):

    • Monday - Thursday 5:30am - 8:30pm
    • Friday 5:30am - 6:30pm
    • Saturday & Sunday 7:00am - 6:30pm

SWIM INSTRUCTORS – $16.43/hour

Available Shifts:

    • Monday - Thursday 3:00pm - 7:30pm
    • Friday 3:30pm - 4:30pm
    • Saturdays 9:00am - 12:30pm

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (ALL POSITIONS):

  • Minimum age of 16 or older (with valid NYS working papers for minors)
  • Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
  • LIFEGUARDS: Must have a valid lifeguard certification (within 30 days of hire) and demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards
  • Be able to pass the CDYMCA swim test, as administered by the Aquatic Director or designated individual
  • Basic computer skills, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to relate to diverse groups in the community
  • Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration (completed within 30 days of hire)
  • New Employee Orientation, Sexual Harassment, ALICE (Active Shooter), and Blood-borne Pathogens trainings (completed within 90 days of hire)

PART TIME BENEFITS:
Employee YMCA Membership, Y Retirement, Paid Sick Leave, and more!

FULL TIME BENEFITS:
include but are not limited to a Family YMCA Membership, Employer-Paid Retirement Contributions, Health, Dental, a generous PTO Plan, and more! Y Retirement, Paid Sick Leave, and more!

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