Lifeguard

Babson College; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts, is seeking a qualified lifeguard to monitor pool activities, ensuring safety and compliance with facility regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience working with a diverse community.

Responsibilities include monitoring pool users, responding to emergencies, and assisting with facility operations. A high school diploma and lifeguarding certification are required. The position requires flexibility in working hours, including early mornings and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience required.
• Valid lifeguarding certification from the American Red Cross or similar organization.
• Ability to envision and propose new methods for task performance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool and users to ensure safety.
• Uphold aquatic facility policies and regulations.
• Respond quickly to emergencies.

Skills

Lifeguarding certification

Excellent communication

Customer service skills

Ability to work with diverse populations

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

What You Will Do

• Monitor pool and pool users at all times, ensuring users are safe and no hazards are present.
• Uphold all aquatic facility policies, rules and regulations.
• Recognize and respond quickly to any emergencies that may arise.
• Assist with opening and closing the pool as needed.
• Assume additional responsibilities as required.

What Education And Skills You Will Need

• High School Diploma.
• At least 1-3 years of experience and a valid lifeguarding certification from the American Red Cross or another national organization, including certification in lifeguarding, first aid and CPR/AED for the professional rescuer.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work with ethnically, culturally, and socially diverse students, staff, faculty, and other constituencies.
• Envision and propose new methods to perform tasks that support ET&A; take thoughtful risks; and accept new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to achieve sought‑after results.
• Anticipate and embrace change; demonstrate willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and be flexible in changing conditions.

How And Where You Will Work

• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends.