Lifeguard (Part Time / Temporary)

Northern Kentucky University; Highland Heights (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University is seeking a part-time Temporary Lifeguard for its Campus Recreation department. This role is essential for ensuring the safety of patrons, including enforcing facility policies and maintaining certifications. The position requires flexible hours and attendance at mandatory training sessions, with safety being the highest priority.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard Certified with CPR/AED for the professional rescuer.
• Bloodborne Pathogens certification is highly recommended.
• Any candidate must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of patrons and participants at the facility.
• Educate guests on rules and regulations.
• Communicate with peers and staff during shifts.

Skills

Accident prevention

Facility supervision

Communication

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

CPR/AED Certification

Water Safety Instructor Certification

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Federal legislation requires institutions of higher education to inform prospective members of our community about its most recent crime/incident statistics; crime prevention; security programs and activities; policies concerning the reporting of crime; and related information in accordance with the Campus Security Act, commonly referred to as the Clery Act. Upon request, you can obtain a paper copy of the university's Annual Campus Security Reports by contacting the NKU Police Department, 419 Old Johns Hill Road, Highland Heights, KY 41099 or calling 859-572-5746. This information is also available on the NKU Police Department's website at http://nku.edu/police/securityreports.

Position Information

Working Title: Lifeguard (Part Time / Temporary)

Department: Department of Campus Recreation

Compensation Title: Lifeguard (PT / Temporary Staff)

Position Number: tbd

Position Status: Temporary

Work Schedule: Flexible

Hours per Week: Flexible

Months per Year: tbd

Purpose of Position

Current NKU students see Student Employment listings for Lifeguard posting for NKU students.

The Campus Recreation lifeguard position is established to ensure the safety of our patrons and participants. This includes accident prevention in the water and surrounding deck areas by enforcing facility policies. Lifeguards must also maintain the proper certifications and physical fitness required by industry standards. All in-service training sessions and staff meetings are mandatory.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of a lifeguard are facility supervision and maintenance. Other responsibilities include (but are not limited to) educating guests on rules and regulations, following verbal and written directions, removal of safety hazards from facility, completion of required records, daily cleaning assignments, punctual attendance for shifts, communication with peers and faculty/staff, and required attendance at all in-service trainings.

Qualifications

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certified with CPR / AED for the professional rescuer or YMCA Lifeguard Certified with ASHI CPR / AED for the professional and Standard First Aid.

Bloodborne Pathogens and Administering Emergency Oxygen Certifications highly recommended.

Water Safety Instructor or equivalent certification a plus.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• References

Optional Documents

Northern Kentucky University Nunn Drive | Highland Heights, Kentucky 41099 Phone: [phone]