Lifeguard Instructor

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for Temporary Emps

LEAD courses

Attend sports events for free

Childcare discounts

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State Wellness and Recreation seeks a Lifeguard Instructor to teach American Red Cross CPR, First Aid and AED courses, empowering participants to respond effectively in emergencies. Join our Pack and help create a safe aquatic program.

This temporary role supports course instruction, planning, and assessment, with adherence to ARC best practices, and requires up to 20 hours per week. Ideal candidates are current NC State students with ARC certifications and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• ARC Lifeguard Instructor certification is required.
• ARC Lifeguard certification is required.
• Current NC State student eligibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Course Instruction: Facilitate ARC CPR, First Aid and AED courses.
• Course Instruction: Plan, prepare, and instruct safe ARC courses.
• Educational Delivery: Provide engaging instruction and apply classroom knowledge to lifeguarding.
• Skill Assessment: Evaluate participant performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Classroom Logistics: Set up and break down the classroom for each course.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Customer Service

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Values Reasoning

Professionalism

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification

Job description

Essential Job Duties

As a Lifeguard Instructor, you are a vital part of NC State Wellness and Recreation. In this role, you will teach American Red Cross ( ARC ) certification courses, empowering participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively in emergencies. Join our Pack!

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number PG196031TM

Position Number 24LIFIIN05

Position Type Temporary

Essential Job Duties

As a Lifeguard Instructor, you are a vital part of NC State Wellness and Recreation. In this role, you will teach American Red Cross ( ARC ) certification courses, empowering participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively in emergencies. Join our Pack!

Contribute

• Course Instruction: Facilitate high-quality American Red Cross CPR , First Aid and AED courses for Wellness and Recreation student employees.
• Course Instruction: Plan, prepare, and instruct safe and effective American Red Cross courses.
• Educational Delivery: Provide fun and motivational instruction and education on how to apply classroom knowledge as a lifeguard.
• Skill Assessment: Evaluate participant performance and provide constructive feedback to ensure all certification requirements are met.
• Best Practices: Stay current with American Red Cross best practices.
• Classroom Logistics: Set up and break down the classroom for each course.
• Skill Audits: Assist in facilitating emergency response skill audits.
• Inventory & Records: Assist with maintaining first aid supply equipment inventories. Maintain and organize participant information and paperwork.

Is Time Limited No

If Yes, Appointment Length

Wolfpack Perks And Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare discounts , Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Department Information

Job City & State Raleigh, NC

Department Wellness and Recreation

System Information

Classification Title Temporary-Clerical

Working Title Lifeguard Instructor

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule Maximum 20 hours per week as scheduled

Other Work/Responsibilities

• Guideline Enforcement: Understand and enforce Wellness and Recreation and area-specific guidelines.
• Risk Management: Knowledge and implementation of the emergency action plan.
• Training: Attend required training.
• Community: Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants, and guests.
• Support: Perform other related duties to support the overall functioning of the department.

Working Conditions

• Environment: Indoors in a non-air-conditioned space.
• Physical: Frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting weight up to 40 lbs regularly (transporting manikins, AED trainers and equipment). During instruction, the instructor must possess the physical ability to perform and demonstrate all American Red Cross skills, including sustained chest compressions and kneeling on hard surfaces for extended periods.
• Sensory: Potentially loud and busy work environment that requires strong communication and observation skills.
• Schedule: Flexibility in your availability is needed to potentially work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and breaks.
• Safety: Exposure to potential safety hazards and adherence to the emergency action plan to mitigate risk.

Minimum Experience/Education

Department Required Skills

• Initiative: Complete required work, pursue opportunities to expand knowledge, work to better the department.
• Communication: Display effective and proactive interpersonal communication with users and coworkers.
• Customer Service: Prioritize our users, ensuring a positive and supportive experience for all participants.
• Critical Thinking: Actively conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, and evaluating information to reach a conclusion.
• Teamwork: Collaborate and use knowledge and experiences to contribute to the success of the team.
• Values Reasoning: Using our four values of care, positivity, flexibility and support when making decisions.
• Professionalism: Present expected behavior in the workplace, exemplified by your attitude and effort.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

N/A

Required License Or Certification

• Eligibility: Current full-time NC State student, demonstrated by enrollment in at least 12 undergraduate or 9 graduate credit hours.
• Certifications: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification and an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification should be current or obtained before position commencement.

Valid NC Driver's License required? No

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range $15.00/hour

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date 06/09/2026

Applicant Information

Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/231372

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] [e-mail]. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.