Lifeguard- Part Time 2026

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is seeking a Lifeguard for a part-time role at the Kennesaw, GA aquatic facilities. The position requires constant patron surveillance, rule enforcement, and readiness to provide emergency care until EMS arrives.

Eligible candidates should hold current Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid certifications. Previous lifeguard experience is preferred and basic computer skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Current and valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification.
• First Aid Certifications or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of patrons using aquatic facilities.
• Provide care in emergency situations in water and on land.
• Inspect the facility, analyze issues, and report unsafe conditions or equipment to the leader.
• Monitor water chemistry readings regularly and report unsafe readings to the Facility Operations team.
• Maintain a clean and safe aquatic area by performing basic cleaning tasks.
• Enforce and educate patrons on all rules, policies, and procedures per the manuals.

Skills

Lifeguard surveillance

Rescue techniques

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Job description

Job Title: Lifeguard- Part Time 2026

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 301705

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Maintains constant observation of patrons using KSU aquatic facilities to ensure safety. Responsible for enforcing rules, policies and procedures to maintain order and prevent accidents. Provides necessary emergency care and treatment until emergency medical services arrives.

Responsibilities

• 1. Ensures the safety of patrons using aquatic facilities
• 2. Provides care in emergency situations in water and/or on land when necessary
• 3. Inspect the facility, analyze issues, and report unsafe conditions or equipment to the leader
• 4. Monitors and reports water chemistry readings regularly and reports unsafe readings to the Facility Operations team
• 5. Maintains a clean and safe aquatic area by performing basic cleaning assignments
• 6. Enforces and educates patrons on all rules, policies, and procedures as outlined in the department and Aquatics Staff Manuals

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

None

Other Required Qualifications

• Current and valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding,
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer
• First Aid Certifications or equivalent

Required Experience

None

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Previous lifeguard experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

• Proficiently demonstrate all water and land rescue skills
• Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures

SKILLS

• Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques
• Physically fit, strong, agile and dexterous
• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.218_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position does not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf