Head LIfeguard

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Head Lifeguard at University Park Campus to supervise lifeguard shifts and ensure patron safety. Responsibilities include supervising a team, enforcing safety protocols, and coordinating training sessions.

You will maintain lifeguard certifications, participate in in-services, and support a clean, safe aquatics facility across indoor/outdoor spaces.

Qualifications

• Lead lifeguard team and supervise shifts.
• Ensure patron safety through surveillance and preventive lifeguarding.
• Attend trainings and in-services to promote lifeguarding skills.
• Maintain certifications and complete required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Provide light cleaning and upkeep of aquatics center.
• Manage scheduling and coverage for shifts.
• Respond to emergencies calmly and with integrity.
• Maintain communication with supervisory team.

Skills

Team leadership

Situational awareness

Patron safety

Communication

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Bloodborne Pathogens training

Background checks (criminal & FBI)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

HEAD LIFEGUARD

Head Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of all members and guests through patron surveillance and preventive lifeguarding while also acting as the shift supervisor and holding themselves and lifeguards to the department's expectations. Job performance may include all duties and responsibilities of a lifeguard and/or head lifeguard. Head Lifeguards must maintain knowledge of lifeguarding skills according to the American Red Cross and Penn State Campus Recreation policies and procedures and will help in leading these skills at in‑services and trainings. Head lifeguards assist in maintaining a clean and safe aquatics center by performing and assigning light cleaning duties and needed tasks based on the activities of the day with their team of lifeguards. Head Lifeguards are expected to respectfully manage disagreements and model positive rapport with patrons (including in online communities), arrive on time for all assigned shifts or secure appropriate coverage, remain calm in stressful and/or emergency situations, maintain regular and frequent communication with the supervisory team, interact with diverse groups through a variety of situations, use independent judgment, and have a strong sense of integrity. Personally and professionally, Head Lifeguards are expected to attend and participate in all trainings and meetings within the employee group and department wide, be receptive to professional and personal development, give and receive feedback, balance time commitments, recognize limitations, and work to improve and function as a contributing member of the Penn State Campus Recreation team. Head Lifeguards must obtain and maintain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, complete Penn State University Bloodborne Pathogens training, and obtain both criminal and FBI background checks prior to first shift.

Head Lifeguards can work a maximum of 24 hours (International Students 20 hours) per week during the academic year and 40 hours per week during breaks for Penn State University. Work will take place on the University Park Campus White Building or McCoy Natatorium (indoor or outdoor). Must be able to accommodate a variable work schedule that will include mornings, evenings, weekends; some holiday hours are required.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.