Lifeguard, Summer 2024

The Lifeguard, Summer 2024 will be responsible for supervising pool activities during summer camps.

Summer Hiring Timeline:

• October 2023: Applications open
• January – April 2024: Application review and interviews. Offers made on a rolling basis.
• May – July 2024: Start

Position Responsibilities

• Proactively monitors students, guests and visitors for safety.
• Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards ensuring they follow pool rules and regulations.
• Provides general information on pool operations to students, guests and visitors.
• Informs and adheres to pool rules and regulations.
• Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Maintains a high level of customer service to all patrons.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Reacts calmly, efficiently and effectively in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of lifesaving methods and procedures, including first aid, emergency medical procedures and standard resuscitation measures.
• Adhering to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid
• American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
• 1+ year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Strong guest service skills and interactions
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
• Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
• Skilled in swimming
• Ability to multi task in a fast-paced organization
• A superior work ethic
• Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience playing, coaching or managing

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.
• Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time.
• Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays is required