Lifeguard (Part Time / Temporary)

NKU Beta Gamma Sigma; Highland Heights (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

NKU Beta Gamma Sigma is seeking a Lifeguard (Part Time / Temporary) to supervise the campus aquatic facilities, enforce rules, and respond to emergencies with professional composure.

The role requires current Lifeguard certifications (American Red Cross CPR/AED) or YMCA equivalents, willingness to pursue additional training, and a pay rate of $12 per hour for part-time shifts on-site at HC - A. D. Albright Health Center.

Qualifications

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer OR YMCA Lifeguard Certification with ASHI CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid
• Certifications in Bloodborne Pathogens and Administering Emergency Oxygen are highly recommended
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Supervise the aquatic facility and assist with basic facility upkeep
• Monitor pool and deck areas to ensure patron safety
• Educate guests on pool rules and safety guidelines
• Identify and remove potential safety hazards
• Follow verbal and written instructions from supervisors
• Complete required records and incident documentation
• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance tasks
• Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled shifts
• Communicate effectively with fellow lifeguards, supervisors, and campus staff
• Participate in all required in-service trainings and staff meetings

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

YMCA Lifeguard Certification with ASHI CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid

Bloodborne Pathogens

Administering Emergency Oxygen

Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent

Job description

Position Title:

Lifeguard (Part Time / Temporary)

Position Type:

Temporary

About the Role:

Campus Recreation lifeguards play a vital role in keeping our aquatic facilities safe, fun, and welcoming for everyone. Lifeguards help prevent accidents in the pool and surrounding deck areas by staying alert, enforcing facility rules, and responding quickly and professionally to emergencies.

Lifeguards are expected to maintain required certifications and physical readiness in line with industry standards. Attendance at all staff meetings and in‑service training sessions is required to ensure everyone is prepared and confident on the job.

Primary Responsibilities :

The primary responsibilities of a lifeguard include supervising the aquatic facility and assisting with basic facility upkeep.

• Monitoring pool and deck areas to ensure patron safety
• Educating guests on pool rules and safety guidelines
• Identifying and removing potential safety hazards
• Following verbal and written instructions from supervisors
• Completing required records and incident documentation
• Performing daily cleaning and maintenance tasks
• Arriving on time and prepared for scheduled shifts
• Communicating effectively with fellow lifeguards, supervisors, and campus staff
• Participating in all required in‑service trainings and staff meetings

Qualifications:

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer OR YMCA Lifeguard Certification with ASHI CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid
• Certifications in Bloodborne Pathogens and Administering Emergency Oxygen are highly recommended
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent certification is a plus

NKU will pay for you to ger certified

Work Schedule and Pay :

$12/hr

Part-time/flexible

Posted Salary:

$12/hr

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

HC - A. D. Albright Health Center