Lifeguard

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University Recreation at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee seeks lifeguards for Winterim 2027. Training occurs prior to January, with shift coverage through January 24 and potential continuation into spring.

Lifeguards monitor the pool, enforce rules, perform water rescues, and complete required reports. Shifts include morning sessions on Tue/Thu and weekend days, with mandatory in-services and fitness expectations.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard Training through American Red Cross or equivalent.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification.
• Community First Aid certification or equivalent included in LGT certs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool patrons and prevent emergencies by enforcing rules.
• Respond to incidents using trained lifeguard procedures.
• Complete required incident reports and documentation.
• Attend in-service trainings as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned by University Recreation staff.

Skills

Lifeguard training

CPR for the PROFESSIONAL rescuer

First Aid (Community First Aid)

Job description

UREC is hiring Lifeguards for WINTERIM 2027 (January 4-January 24). Trainings will be completed in NOVEMBER/DECEMBER with the possibility of subbing for shifts until being given official scheduled shifts in January. You will have the option to continue employment into the Spring semester.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO WORK OVER WINTERIM 2027.

Shifts for Winterim will be:

Morning Swim - Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:45am-7:50am

Saturday and Sunday - 12pm-3pm

Job Summary:

The lifeguard(s) on duty is/are responsible for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Using surveillance, recognize and respond to incidents or emergencies using lifeguard training and the emergency action plan in and around the pool.
• Intervene proactively to minimize or mitigate hazardous situations or behaviors.
• Educate as well as enforce pool rules and regulations to patrons.
• Complete andsubmitrequired reports to University Recreation Building Managers.
• Attend mandatory and non-mandatory in-services or trainings.
• Other duties as assigned by University Recreation Personnel.

Qualifications:

• Lifeguard Training (American Red Cross)
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• Community First Aid (Included in LGT certifications or equivalent)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Lifeguards are expected to maintain a fitness level that allows for an efficient and effective water rescue and which provides for the performance of these skills at any time on demand. Below is a list of minimum standards, which must be passed at the Klotsche Center Lifeguard In-service:
• In services will be held at least once a semester, ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY.At the in-service, you willbe requiredto perform any of the following:
• 500 yardcontinuous swim (200 crawl stroke 100 breaststroke and 200 of choice)
• Retrieve brick from 9 feet of water
• Back boarding Procedures and Rescue Scenarios.
• This job requires a high level of physical fitness and strong swimming ability
• Must be willing to get into the water when needed

Hours:

• Approximate hours per week: 5-25
• Part-Time, Temporary

Panther Edge Competencies:

Critical Thinking:

• Lifeguards utilize critical thinking skills by constantly evaluating a given situation to prevent accidents, identify hazards, and respond effectively to emergencies.

Communication:

• Lifeguards use verbal communication with patrons to inform them about safety policies and procedures. They also use written communication with peers and supervisors to communicate shift coverage and to share information.