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title: Lifeguard Chickahominy YMCA at YMCA of Greater Richmond
description: YMCA of Greater Richmond is hiring for the Lifeguard Chickahominy YMCA role in
  Sandston, VA. Part-time role. See the full description and apply.
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date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z
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  Pays $15–$17 per hour. Part-time role.
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| **Company** | YMCA of Greater Richmond |
| **Location** | Sandston, VA |
| **Salary** | $15/hr - $17/hr |
| **Type** | Part Time |
| **Posted** | Oct 19, 2026 |
| **History** | First seen 46 days ago (2026-09-29), reposted once |

## Is this job real?

**Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening.

## Visa sponsorship

- **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for YMCA of Greater Richmond.
- **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for YMCA of Greater Richmond.

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## Description

The Chickahominy Family YMCA is seeking part time enthusiastic community members to help save lives and ensure the safety of patrons at our pool! We are looking for certified lifeguards **or** swimmers who are interested in becoming lifeguards (we will certify you if you qualify)! The pay range for this position is $15-$17 per hour.

**DUTIES for Lifeguards**

Qualified lifeguards will be responsible for the safety of our members and program participants. Lifeguards must be able to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across a distance, hear and respond to noises and distress signals, and observe all areas of the pool area. Lifeguards must be knowledgeable in emergency procedures set forth by the YMCA of Greater Richmond.

**QUALIFICATIONS for Lifeguards**

Lifeguards must be at least 15 years old and have current CPR and AED for Professional Rescuers certification, First Aid certification and either American Red Cross, YMCA or Ellis Lifeguard certification. Oxygen Administration (O2) certification is preferred but not required upon hire (must obtain within 30 days of hire). **The Y will train interested candidates who meet basic swim requirements if not already certified!**

**Who we are:**

The YMCA of Greater Richmond stands committed to creating a work environment comprised of individuals from diverse socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, and national origins. We believe in nurturing the potential of all staff and are dedicated to the ongoing professional development of talent. We believe a diverse and inclusive work community is essential to fulfilling our mission of being open to all. The Y is a cause-driven organization focused on strengthening our community. The principles that guide us in our work are our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
## Skills

- Emergency Procedures
- Automated External Defibrillator
- First Aid Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr)
- Lifeguard
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
- Oxygen Administration
## Benefits

- Professional Development

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