Hybrid Athletic Lifeguards 25-26 bei The College of New Jersey

The Athletics-Aquatics area is seeking candidates for the Lifeguard role.

Lifeguard, as trained by the American Red Cross

Pay Rate: $16 - per hour 

Main Responsibilities: 

1) Enforce all the Aquatic Center policies, rules and regulations.

2) Rescue and resuscitate any victim as needed. 

3) Maintain the Aquatic Center's sanitary appearance. 

4) Work any scheduled assignments including a minimum number of break and special event hours 

5) Attend all in-service training programs. 

6) Be aware of swim center programs and schedule changes.   

Learning Objectives: 

1) How to handle life threatening situations

2) How to calm down individuals

3) When employed in shift and safety professions how important it is to be punctual and responsible.

4) Must complete TCNJ Safe Colleges Training and Follow all campus protocals  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Must have current certifications through May 2026 in LGT/First Aid/CPR/AED. Preferred certifications in Preventing Disease Transmission & Oxygen Administration. 
• Must pass Lifeguard tryouts to be hired - tryout will include 1) Timed 50 yard swim 2)Timed 200 yard swim 3) Three mock rescue/AED skills tests. 
• Bring swim suit, towel (goggles allowed during swims) and copies of current certifications and class schedule. 
• An email will be sent the weekend prior of tryouts confirming your application.

Facility is open from 5 AM to 11 PM Mon-Fri and 6:30 AM - 8:30 Sat-Sun PM during the academic year. Must be able to work weekends.

About TCNJ

TCNJ is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 "Most Competitive" schools in the nation by Barron's Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter - an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ's seven schools - Arts & Communication; Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Engineering. TCNJ faculty members are teacher-scholars who share a commitment to liberal learning. TCNJ is located within an hour, by train, of New York City and Philadelphia. The College's campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty and has 39 major buildings.

Contact Information

Qualified candidates must apply online and should submit a resume.

The Athletics-Aquatics area is seeking candidates for the Lifeguard role.

Lifeguard, as trained by the American Red Cross

Pay Rate: $16 - per hour

Main Responsibilities: 

1) Enforce all the Aquatic Center policies, rules and regulations.

2) Rescue and resuscitate any victim as needed. 

3) Maintain the Aquatic Center's sanitary appearance. 

4) Work any scheduled assignments including a minimum number of break and special event hours 

5) Attend all in-service training programs. 

6) Be aware of swim center programs and schedule changes.   

Learning Objectives: 

1) How to handle life threatening situations

2) How to calm down individuals

3) When employed in shift and safety professions how important it is to be punctual and responsible.

4) Must complete TCNJ Safe Colleges Training and Follow all campus protocals  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Must have current certifications through May 2026 in LGT/First Aid/CPR/AED. Preferred certifications in Preventing Disease Transmission & Oxygen Administration. 
• Must pass Lifeguard tryouts to be hired - tryout will include 1) Timed 50 yard swim 2)Timed 200 yard swim 3) Three mock rescue/AED skills tests. 
• Bring swim suit, towel (goggles allowed during swims) and copies of current certifications and class schedule. 
• An email will be sent the weekend prior of tryouts confirming your application.

Facility is open from 5 AM to 11 PM Mon-Fri and 6:30 AM - 8:30 Sat-Sun PM during the academic year. Must be able to work weekends.

About TCNJ

TCNJ is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 "Most Competitive" schools in the nation by Barron's Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter - an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ's seven schools - Arts & Communication; Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Engineering. TCNJ faculty members are teacher-scholars who share a commitment to liberal learning. TCNJ is located within an hour, by train, of New York City and Philadelphia. The College's campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty and has 39 major buildings.

Contact Information

Qualified candidates must apply online and should submit a resume.