Lifeguard

The University of New Mexico; Monte Largo Hills (NM); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico's Main Campus in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Lifeguard (Student Employment) to monitor pool patrons, enforce rules, and coordinate safety reporting.

Candidates must be Red Cross certified in first aid, AED, oxygen, and lifeguarding, and meet the 500-yard/10-minute swim and brick-retrieval tests. This student role emphasizes vigilance, teamwork, and immediate response to emergencies. Excellent communication and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Certification in first aid, AED, oxygen, and lifeguarding through the Red Cross.
• Must be able to meet Red Cross standards for professional rescuer lifeguarding.
• Must swim 500 yards in 10 minutes or less, swim with a 10-pound brick for 25 yards, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from 14 feet.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patron surveillance and enforce rules.
• Respond to emergencies following Red Cross standards.
• Perform cleaning duties and report hazards.

Education

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Oxygen Certification

Job description

Student Intermediate Level

Requisition ID: req37911

Working Title: Lifeguard

Pay: $15.00 Hourly

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Recreational Services (823A)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Student Type: Student Employment

Status: Non-Exempt

Background Check Required: Yes

For Best Consideration Date: 9/25/2026

Position Summary

To work as a UNM Lifeguard you must maintain patron surveillance of the facility while enforcing rules and regulations effectively as directed by the University and State of New Mexico Environment Department. Must be able to: spot dangers and potential hazards to prevent serious injury or accident; control and report unruly behavior; maintain accurate detailed documentation of headcount, first aid practices and others; perform cleaning duties. Must act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of an emergency. Must provide emergency care and treatment as a team as set by American Red Cross standards and procedures.

Exceeding the Red Cross standards, UNM lifeguards must be able to swim 500 yards in 10 minutes or less, swim with a 10-pound brick for 25 yards, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from 14 feet depth and tread with it on the surface for one minute. As a minimum qualification for this position: All UNM lifeguards must be certified in first aid, AED, oxygen, and lifeguarding for the professional rescuer through Red Cross.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalencies not found for this position

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.