Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the YMCA of Hagerstown tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

Current Openings

Lifeguard

 How this role contributes to the Y’s mission: 

As a Y Lifeguard, you will be responsible for the safety, cleanliness, and operation of the Y swimming pool during operating hours. You will be supported in your work as a part of the leading mission-driven organization for strengthening community, and the area’s largest provider of swim lessons. You will be responsible for the safety of all swimmers and the chemical conditions in the pool. You will work to safeguard the health and safety of Y members, participants, and guests. As a Y Lifeguard, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the community by enhancing the well-being and safety of all.

This work is right for you if you have:

• A love of swimming
• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
• The ability to pass a swim test
• A willingness to obtain the Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid certifications, if you do not currently have them

Swim Instructor

 How this role contributes to the Y’s mission:

As a Y Swim Instructor, you will have the opportunity to teach children and adults the joy and life skill of swimming and safety in and around the water. You will be supported in your work as a part of the leading mission-driven organization for strengthening community, and the area’s largest provider of swim lessons. The Y Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students of all ages in swimming classes. You’ll contribute to the Y and to the community by enhancing the well-being and safety of all.

This work is right for you if you have:

• A love of swimming and of helping youth and adults learn
  • The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
  • A willingness to obtain Swim Instructor, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid certifications
  • Reached the age of 16

Gator Swim Team Coach

As a Y Swim Coach, you will assist with teaching, administration, and deck coaching for the competitive swimming program. You will train and supervise swimmers as well as conduct safe, effective team practices and swim meet warm-up sessions. You will engage with swimmers during practice, events, and functions. You will be supported in your work as a part of the leading mission-driven organization for strengthening community, and the area’s largest provider of swim lessons. The Y Swim Teach Coach is a positive role model for youth members at the Y. You’ll contribute to the Y and to the community by enhancing the well-being and safety of all.

This Work Is Right for You If You Have

• A love of swimming and of helping youth and adults learn
• Prior experience in competitive swimming
• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates
• A willingness to obtain CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, Oxygen, and related coaching certifications depending on levels, paid for by the Y
• The ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
  

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The YMCA of Hagerstown provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness, and dignity at all times. Thank you for considering working for the YMCA of Hagerstown. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.

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For more information on any of the positions listed above or other inquires about job opportunities, please contact our Human Resources Director, Colleen Gildee, at [email protected]