Attends orientation to YMCA mission and Program philosophy

· Promotes YMCA mission

· Mandatory to sit in the guard chair or stand at the edge of the pool at all times

· Attends staff meetings to insure open communication of all policy and procedure changes

· Enforce aquatic rules and procedures

· Wash deck, maintain cleanliness, and keep deck free of obstructions

· Start automatic cleaner when instructed by Aquatic Coordinator, and if needed use the net to skim pool surface or floor during your shift

· Maintain constant surveillance of water and deck area

· Lead and supervise classes as asked by the Aquatic Coordinator

· Dress appropriately for guarding duties (i.e. 1 piece red or black bathing suit, flip flops, red or black shorts, white or red t-shirt, whistle, and CPR mask)

· Knows all emergency procedures

· Fills out accident and turns them into the Aquatic Coordinator

· Prompt and on time for all classes (in building 5 minutes before shift)

· Responsible for getting substitute when not able to make shift

· Practices preventative lifeguarding principles at all times, enforces pool rules including no diving in water less then 9 feet deep

· Follows opening and closing procedure

· Reports problems or potential problem members or equipment to Aquatic Coordinator

· Willing to complete other duties assigned by Aquatic Coordinator when possible