Job Title:
Glenville Pool: Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
Company: Capital District YMCA
Location: Schenectady, NY
Created: 2026-03-04
Job Type: Full Time
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:LIFEGUARD – $16.43/hourAvailable Shifts: Monday - Friday 5:30am - 10:00am, 10:00am - 3:00pm, OR 3:00pm - 9:00pm Saturday & Sunday 6:45am - 10:00am, 10:00am - 3:00pm, OR 3:00pm - 7:00pm SWIM INSTRUCTOR – $16.43/hourAvailable Shifts: Monday - Friday 4:00pm - 7:00pm Saturdays 8:00am - 12:00pm Other times by appointment 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 Bloodborne Pathogens trainings (completed within 90 days of hire) PART TIME BENEFITS: Employee YMCA Membership, Y Retirement, Paid Sick Leave, and more! Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.