Lifeguard

100 The University of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Akron is seeking a Lifeguard responsible for patron safety, enforcing pool rules, and delivering customer service. This role requires maintaining lifeguard certifications and responding to emergencies in a university aquatic facility.

You will perform water rescues, assist with maintenance, and monitor water quality while upholding safety standards and professional conduct. The position may include early mornings or late evenings.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Maintain current lifeguard, CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
• Strong swimming and rescue abilities; professional appearance.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of patrons to ensure safety and respond to emergencies.
• Provide emergency care and transport to EMS as needed.
• Attend monthly in-service training sessions.
• Complete activity and incident reports.
• Perform maintenance tasks to keep pool area safe and clean.

Skills

Lifeguard

CPR Certification

First Aid

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Manager Aquatic Operations is responsible for ensuring patron safety by enforcing pool rules and regulations. Performs water rescues and administers basic first aid as needed. Handles or refers problems or situations as they occur within the facility. Carries out emergency operating procedures and notifies proper authorities. Assists with general maintenance and cleaning of the pool area and equipment. Has the ability to test and monitor water chemical conditions while delivering positive customer service skills at all times.

Essential Functions

• 80% Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility, acts immediately and appropriately to ensure safety of patrons in the event of emergency. Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.


• 10% Attends and participates in monthly in-service training sessions.


• 5% Performs and maintains appropriate activity reports.


• 5% Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a safe and clean facility. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Education

Requires high school diploma or GED.

Licenses/Certifications/Requirements

Maintain current certifications and training from either the American Red Cross or equivalent in the following: Lifeguard Training, CPR for The Professional Rescuer, Standard First Aid and AED Training. May work early mornings or late evenings.

Experience

• Requires certificate of passing an approved lifeguard training program.


• Strong swimming and the ability to perform swimming rescue and removal of victim from water or back boarding required.


• Strong communication and customer service skills required.


• Ability to maintain a professional attitude and appearance required.

Leadership

No authority or responsibility for the supervision of others.

Physical Requirements

Moderate physical effort required involving long periods of standing, walking on rough surfaces, bending and/or stooping; periodic lifting of moderately heavy items (over 25 lbs. -- 50 lbs.).

Working Conditions

No major sources of working conditions discomfort, standard working environment with possible minor inconveniences due to occasional noise, crowded working conditions, minor heating/cooling or ventilation problems, and/or up to 40% use of PC terminal.

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.