Lifeguard

Dickinson College; Kline (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Dickinson College seeks a Lifeguard (Student Worker) to supervise bathers at the Kline Center Pool and enforce pool safety rules on campus in Carlisle, PA. The role requires current Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR certifications, with access to in-service training for emergencies.

Must be at least 16 years old. Documentation of certifications must be uploaded. This position supports athletic programs and cannot be performed remotely.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age and have current Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR certifications.
• Uploaded certifications for Lifeguarding and CPR/First Aid are required.
• Specific safety guidelines will be provided in accordance with state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all bathers/swimmers.
• Enforce pool rules for bathers/swimmers.
• Perform safety checks to ensure a safe facility.
• Monitor pool water chemistry, air and water temperature.
• Maintain current Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Participate in in-service training for emergency procedures.
• The pool cannot be open without qualified staffing.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Age 16+

Job description

About DickinsonDickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a “most livable city” by Forbes and is minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.Dickinson College offers full-time employees a broad range of benefits, including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee’s base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee’s retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.Below you will find the details for the position, including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the \"Apply\" for this job link button above.Position DepartmentAthletics - Aquatics - Student Worker AdministrationPosition DetailsThis position performs lifeguard duties at the Kline Center Pool.Preferred Qualifications: Must be 16 years of age and have current certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR.Required documents: Uploaded certifications for Lifeguarding and CPR/First Aid.Specific safety guidelines will be provided to employees, in accordance with state regulations. All individuals, including visitors, on campus are required to wear masks and follow appropriate CDC social distancing procedures at all times. Please note that employment as a Lifeguard is not able to be performed remotely. Employment and payment for hours worked will cease upon leaving campus.Supervise all bathers/swimmersEnforce pool rules for bathers/swimmersPerform safety checks to ensure a safe facilityMonitor pool water chemistry, air and water temperatureMaintain current certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPRParticipate in in-service training for emergency proceduresThe pool cannot be open without appropriate and qualified staffing. This includes use by Athletic teams, Students, Faculty, Staff and AlumniRequires special skills, knowledge, or abilities. Work entails general guidelines. Moderate level of work experience or knowledge is required (minimum 6 months).Possess the knowledge and skills to perform independently with or without training. Person will have limited supervision. They will have some decision-making authority.EEO/Diversity StatementThe College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.