Lifeguard

Colgate University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Paid time off

Free parking

Access to fitness facilities

Job summary

A prestigious liberal arts institution in Wichita, KS seeks a Lifeguard. The ideal candidate will supervise swimmers, respond to emergencies, and ensure safety in and around the pool area. Lifeguard certifications, CPR, and first aid training are mandatory. This part-time role includes shifts on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of water hazards, lifesaving techniques and first aid.
• Requires effective communication skills and the ability to engage positively with the public.
• Requires proficient swimming ability and the proper application of rescue and first‑aid techniques.
• Current CPR/AED, First Aid & Lifeguard certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and enforce rules for swimmers.
• Perform rescues and provide assistance as needed.
• Check safety equipment daily and report issues.
• Handle inquiries related to pool use.

Skills

Knowledge of water hazards

Effective communication skills

Attentiveness to cues

Proficient swimming ability

Lifeguard certifications

Job description

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

Accountabilities

We provide training on site

Essential Duties

• supervise the activities of swimmers by enforcing rules and regulations
• warn swimmers of improper activities or hazards
• rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning when indicated and provide rescue breathing, CPR and First Aid
• notify the NYS DOH of any accidents, rescues, or problems that have arisen
• check all safety equipment is working properly on a daily basis, and report to the Aquatic Manager any equipment that is in need of repair
• successfully and positively perform within work team dynamics
• be on time and capable of performing tasks within team dynamics
• supervise all patrons in and around the pool area

AUXILIARY DUTIES

• answer inquiries pertaining to the use of the pool
• move lane lines as directed
• direct all helpful suggestions from participants and others to direct supervisor
• attend scheduled in-service training
• maintain attendance and activity record and complete required reports
• provide periodic supervision and custodial needs of locker rooms
• assist in cleaning and maintaining the pool and related areas and facilities

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of water hazards, lifesaving techniques and first aid, recognize hazardous situations, and adopt effective courses of action
• Requires effective communication skills and the ability to engage positively with the public
• Requires attentiveness to visual and audible cues for recognition and identification of swimmers in distress or in process of unsafe behaviors
• Requires proficient swimming ability and the proper application of rescue and first‑aid techniques
• Requires current CPR / AED , First Aid & Lifeguard certifications – We provide training on site
• Lifeguarding with CPR / AED for professional rescuers and First Aid certification and/or beachfront certification
• Must be capable of working collegially with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students within a university context

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Physical Requirements

• Requires ability to frequently sit, kneel, stand, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects.

Other Information

Requisition Number 2025CW040Posting

Temporary Yes

Work Schedule

We’re currently looking for lifeguards to cover shifts on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Looking for more hours? We regularly have additional shifts available, plus opportunities to work special events and swim practices throughout the year.

Job Open Date 10/02/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [e-mail] .

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