Lifeguard - (Student Employment)

Northern Kentucky University; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking dedicated lifeguards for their aquatics facility. This role emphasizes safety and accident prevention, requiring the enforcement of facility rules and regulations. Candidates must possess essential certifications, including CPR and lifeguard training. With flexible scheduling accommodating student classes, this position offers valuable experience in a supportive environment. Join a team committed to inclusivity and excellence, where your contributions will make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certified.
• CPR/AED certifications for professional rescuers required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of patrons and enforce facility policies.
• Maintain proper certifications and attend mandatory trainings.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

10-20 hours per week. Aquatics Facility is open daily with nights and weekend shifts required. Shifts accommodate student class schedules.

The Campus Recreation lifeguard position is established to ensure the safety of our patrons and participants. This includes accident prevention in the water and surrounding deck areas by enforcing facility policies. Lifeguards must also maintain the proper certifications and physical fitness required by industry standards. All in-service training sessions and staff meetings are mandatory.

The primary responsibilities of a lifeguard are facility supervision and maintenance. Other responsibilities include (but are not limited to) educating guests on rules and regulations, following verbal and written directions, removal of safety hazards from facility, completion of required records, daily cleaning assignments, punctual attendance for shifts, communication with peers and faculty/staff, and required attendance at all in-service trainings.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certified with CPR/AED for the professional rescuer
or
YMCA Lifeguard Certified with ASHI CPR/AED for the professional and Standard First Aid.

Bloodborne Pathogens and Administering Emergency Oxygen Certifications highly recommended.

Water Safety Instructor or equivalent certification a plus.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

Working Title	Lifeguard - (Student Employment)
Department	Campus Recreation
Type of Work Study	Federal, Institutional, Graduate
Building/Office Location	HC - A. D. Albright Health Center
Work Schedule
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
Qualifications
Minimum Education	High School Diploma
Pay Rate	$9.75/hour

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2016601
Job Open Date	07/15/2016
Job Close Date
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/4527