Lifeguard

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking dedicated Lifeguards to ensure the safety of all patrons in a vibrant campus environment. This role involves working collaboratively within a team to monitor aquatic activities, maintain cleanliness, and uphold safety standards. Lifeguards will engage with a diverse community while developing their professional skills through training and feedback. Ideal candidates will possess strong lifeguarding skills, effective communication abilities, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. Join a dynamic team that values inclusion and personal growth while contributing to a safe recreational experience for all.

Qualifications

• Must maintain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
• Completion of required background checks prior to first shift.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of members and guests through vigilant monitoring.
• Perform cleaning duties and assist in maintaining a safe aquatics center.

Skills

Lifeguarding Skills

Teamwork

Vigilance

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Background Checks (Criminal and FBI)

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Campus Recreation is currently looking for Lifeguards to help us get our facilities and programs up and running when we are able to return to campus.

Campus Recreation is a department within Student Affairs that provides fitness, wellness, and recreational programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the new expanded and renovated 200,000 sf Intramural Building, the McCoy Natatorium, the 700-acre Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, a Tennis Center including six clay courts and four indoor courts, the White Building, Outdoor Adventures, Aquatics, Club Sports, Fitness and Wellness Programs, and Intramural Sports.

Lifeguards are responsible for working on a team to ensuring the safety of all members and guests through patron surveillance and preventive lifeguarding. Lifeguards must maintain knowledge of lifeguarding skills according to the American Red Cross and Penn State Campus Recreation policies and procedures. Lifeguards assist in maintaining a clean and safe aquatics center by performing assigned cleaning duties and needed tasks based on the activities of the day. 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 manner in stressful and/or emergency situations, maintain regular and frequent communication with supervisory team, have the ability to interact with diverse groups through a variety of situations, maintain focused vigilance for the duration of their shift, use independent judgment and have a strong sense of integrity.

Personally, and professionally, Lifeguards are expected to attend and participate in all trainings and meetings within 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. Lifeguards must obtain and maintain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, completion of Penn State Bloodborne Pathogens training and both criminal and FBI background checks (obtained prior to first shift).

This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances:

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form

• FBI Criminal Background Check

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. 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, evening, weekends; some holiday hours are required. All Campus Recreation employees are expected to attend Fall Kick-Off Trainings.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancingdiversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individualuniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversityinitiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society andnature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a corestrength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.

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