Part-time Lifeguard

Western Kentucky University; Bowling Green (KY); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefits

Tuition discount program

Job summary

Western Kentucky University is seeking a lifeguard for the Preston Health & Activities Center natatorium in Bowling Green, KY. The role focuses on user safety, emergency response, and enforcing center rules while maintaining documentation and assisting with daily operations.

Required certifications include American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First-Aid/CPR; certifications must be obtained within 30 days of hire. This seasonal, hour-paid position emphasizes professionalism and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Possess current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First-Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (must obtain within the first 30 days).
• Complete pre-employment skills test including Swim-Tread-Swim 150 yards, 50 yards surface swim, and brick retrieval.
• Demonstrate knowledge and performance of CPR/AED and First Aid skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of users in the natatorium and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Administer CPR/AED and First Aid in a medical emergency.
• Enforce facility rules and complete required documentation and logs.
• Assist with daily operations, events, and maintenance of the natatorium.

Skills

Emergency response

CPR/AED

First Aid

Customer service

Communication

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First-Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the third largest public four-year institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 16,293 students and nearly 2,612 faculty and staff employees.
Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our ever-evolving communities.
Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. Our population is ethnically diverse, with more than 85 languages spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home.
Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about.

Job Description:

As a lifeguard the primary role is to ensure the safety of users in the natatorium. The duties for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations
• Administer CPR/AED and First Aid in a medical emergency
• Take a proactive approach to injuries by eliminating hazardous situations and behaviors
• Conduct daily inspection of the natatorium to recognize unsafe conditions; correct the condition and/or notify the appropriate supervisor
• Enforce Preston Health & Activities Center (PHAC) and Natatorium rules, policies and regulations
• Complete required documentation inclusive of but not limited to daily chemical logs, incident/accident reports, payroll time sheets, swim meet checklists
• Perform maintenance tasks and cleaning as scheduled
• Assist with daily operations of the natatorium
• Participate in departmental annual training, monthly in-services, ongoing skills assessments, and monthly swim workouts
• Assist with preparation, execution, and tear down for events (swim meets, pool parties, rental groups, ect)
• Other duties as assigned
• Applicants are expected to successfully meet the following expectations:
• Adhere to all policies and expectations set forth in the Campus Recreation and Wellness employee handbook
• Maintain required current American Red Cross certifications (CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer- Adult, Child, Infant, First-Aid, and Lifeguarding) (must obtain within the first 30 days of hire)
• Present him/herself in a professional manner and exhibit a high level of maturity
• Appear presentable and well groomed in the appropriate uniform while on shift
• Display respect and courtesy to Preston Health & Activities Center patrons, CRW Professional staff, student supervisors, and co-workers
• Have a positive attitude while on shift
• Be dedicated, prompt and have a strong work ethic
• Demonstrate effective customer service and communication skills

Salary Note:

This position has a seasonal pay scale. Lifeguards make $12/hr in the summer semester and winter break, and $10/hr the rest of the year.

Requirements:

• Possess current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First-Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional rescuer (must obtain within the first 30 days of hire)
• Successfully complete a pre-employment skills test
• Swim-Tread-Swim Test - 150y continuously (using front crawl/breast stroke), tread water (without hands), 50y continuously (using front crawl/breast stroke)
• Brick retrieval- Swim 20yrd to a surface dive, retrieve a 10lb brick at a depth of 10'-13', return to surface and swim back to the initial wall
• Demonstrate successful knowledge and performance of CPR/AED and First- Aid skills

Additional Information:

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone]. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system:

• Resume

You will receive email confirmation that your submission has been received. The candidate review process will generally begin as materials are received.