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The Lifeguard for School of Education Aquatic Classes is primarily responsible for ensuring the safety of all participants during designated aquatic instruction periods. In addition to constant patron surveillance, this position supports the course instructor with class safety and organization. This is a part-time position reporting to the Coordinator of Basic Instruction.
Essential functions
- Maintain a safe and effective instructional environment during all aquatic courses, including swimming, paddleboard Yoga, Lifetime Activities, and Group Fitness Instructor.
- Maintain continuous and active surveillance of the water and pool deck, acting immediately and appropriately to rescue patrons in distress.
- Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services (EMS).
- Respond to emergency situations according to established departmental protocols, including activating the Emergency Response Plan.
- Coordinate with the class instructor to manage class safety and assist with participant water safety evaluations, such as swim tests.
- Educate and enforce all aquatic facility rules, policies, and procedures with class participants in a positive and respectful manner.
- Perform daily opening and closing duties, which will include cleaning the pool area and organizing equipment.
- Present a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
- Complete necessary incident and accident reports accurately and in a timely fashion.
Required qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Current and valid Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification from the American Red Cross or equivalent.
- Ability to remain physically and mentally alert with no lapses of consciousness.
- Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Knowledge of aquatic safety and rescue techniques.
- Ability to act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, Monday through Thursday, daylight as dictated by the course schedule.
Preferred qualifications
- Previous lifeguard experience, especially in an academic or campus recreation setting.
- Demonstrated experience interacting with students, faculty, and other university staff.
Physical requirements
- Must be able to see, hear, and respond to incidents in all areas of the pool, including in the water.
- Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks, including treading water and diving to the deepest part of the pool to retrieve a submerged object.
- Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter.
- All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check and confirmation of current certifications.
