Hybrid Head Lifeguard - Recreation and Wellness chez Bowling Green State University, OH

About the Department

The purpose of this position is to create an opportunity for student staff to gain practical work experience while acting as "shift leader" or "lead lifeguard" while on duty, serving as a role model for new staff members, and protecting the safety and well-being of each person using the Student Recreation Center aquatic facilities.
Career Readiness Competencies: 

• Leadership
• Professionalism
• Teamwork

Position Duties

• Protect the safety and well-being of each person using the Student Recreation Center aquatic facilities.
• Serve as example and leader to staff during your shifts, correcting errors and behavior, and encouraging professionalism and safety.
• Mastery and continued demonstration of duties defined for an Aquatics Lifeguard.
• Oversight of deck (including: cleaning, lifeguard rotation, and staff breaks).
• Motivate and delegate various assignments (i.e., cleaning) to fellow lifeguards.
• Maintain daily records and facility checks and demonstrate effective written and verbal communication.
• Attend regularly scheduled in-services and meetings throughout the year.
• Demonstrate ability to enforce rules and regulations.
• Demonstrate ability to work well in a team.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive rapport with patrons and co-workers.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in Recreation and Wellness Student Employee Manual.
• Promote and support the mission of the Department of Recreation and Wellness.
• Assist in preparation of swim meets and special events.
• Assist with ongoing training of lifeguards.
• May be required to work special events outside regular operation hours.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have Red Cross Lifeguard Certification to be considered for the position.
• Possess and display professional mannerisms, alertness, and a friendly demeanor.