Lifeguard

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University's Campus Recreation is seeking Lifeguards to support its fitness and recreational programs. The role involves ensuring safety, attending trainings, and participating in emergency readiness. Candidates must hold American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification and are expected to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required.
• Must pass background checks (criminal and FBI).
• Attend training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of members and guests.
• Maintain cleanliness of the aquatics center.
• Manage disagreements respectfully.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Patron Surveillance

Emergency Response

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...).

+ CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...). Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

+ If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application...

JOB DESCRIPTION AND 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 provides fitness, wellness, and recreational programs through various facilities including the Intramural Building, McCoy Natatorium, Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, Tennis Center, White Building, Outdoor Adventures, Aquatics, Club Sports, and more.

Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of members and guests through patron surveillance and preventive lifeguarding, maintaining knowledge of American Red Cross and Penn State policies, assisting in maintaining a clean and safe aquatics center, managing disagreements respectfully, arriving on time, remaining calm in emergencies, and maintaining communication with supervisors. They should attend all trainings, be receptive to feedback, and work as part of the team.

Qualifications include obtaining and maintaining American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, Penn State Bloodborne Pathogens training, and passing background checks (criminal and FBI). These clearances are mandatory: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Criminal Background Check.

Work hours are a maximum of 24 hours/week during the academic year (20 hours for international students) and up to 40 hours/week during breaks. Shifts may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays, primarily at the White Building or McCoy Natatorium. All employees are expected to attend Fall Kick-Off Trainings.

Penn State is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We promote a culture of inclusion and value diversity as a core strength.

CAMPUS SECURITY AND POLICIES:

Crime statistics and security policies are available in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports).

Employment requires successful background checks in accordance with university policies.

EEO STATEMENT:

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer. For accommodations due to disability, contact 814-865-1473.

Additional resources include the Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster, PA State Labor Law Poster, and Affirmative Action policies.