Lifeguard 2026-2027

Sul Ross State University; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 15,153 - 17,908; Part time

Job summary

Sul Ross State University is seeking a Lifeguard for the 2026-2027 season at Alpine. The role will supervise the pool, enforce safety rules, and assist with recreational facility operations.

Requirements include leadership and decision-making abilities, lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques, and current First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguarding certifications. A complete application with history and references is required.

Qualifications

• Leadership, public relation, and decision making skills.
• Through knowledge and application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Must have current First Aid & CPR & Lifeguarding certification.

Responsibilities

• Duties as assigned, which may include office tasks, supporting the operation of facilities under prescribed operating procedures, run errands, perform other duties as required by the Director of Rec Sports.

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

PLEASE NOTE: All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor’s name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.

Job Title

Job Title Lifeguard 2026-2027

Location

Location Alpine

Department

Department Recreational Sports

Job No.

Job No. SI8846

Posting Date

Posting Date 07/02/2026

End Date

End Date 08/31/2027

Until Filled Yes

Appointment Date

Appointment Date 09/01/2026

Salary $12 per hour

Required Qualifications

• Leadership, public relation, and decision making skills.
• Through knowledge and application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Must have current First Aid & CPR & Lifeguarding certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deal courteously & consistently with all individuals.
• Require all individuals to show proper identification before entering SRSU.
• Complete entrance & check-out form when necessary.
• Ensure that all policies & guidelines are followed by all users.
• Recognize & respond effectively in emergencies.
• Remain in the assigned activity area at all times.
• Check out equipment to users as needed.
• Inspect all equipment for damage & wear to ensure safety & report equipment malfunctions to the Facility Assistant.
• Participate in regular in-service training sessions.
• Exercise regularly to maintain fitness level (strength & endurance).
• Other duties assigned.

Primary Responsibilities

Duties as assigned, which may include office tasks, supporting the operation of facilities under prescribed operating procedures, run errands, perform other duties as required by the Director of Rec Sports.

Other Information – Training Swim Test

• Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl (freestyle), breaststroke, or a combination of both, but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used.
• Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits.
• Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds.
• Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.
• Surface dive, feet first or head first, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
• Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so you are able to get a breath. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Is Background Check Required? Yes

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Intent
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation (1)
• Letter of Recommendation (2)
• Letter of Recommendation (3)