Part-Time Lifeguard — CPR/AED Certified & Safe Waters

University of Dayton; Dayton, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Dayton Lifeguard role at the RecPlex requires proficiency in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid, providing a safe environment for swimmers in the Aquatic Center. The position supports varied student break periods with shifts supervised by Aquatic Supervisors and the Assistant Director.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and hold current lifeguard certifications.

Qualifications

• American Red Cross Lifeguard with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification currently valid or similar certification from another nationally recognized organization like StarGuard.
• Leadership and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend all mandatory trainings, in-services, and other meetings as shared.
• Maintain knowledge of UDCR aquatic facility characteristics, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Come dressed according to uniform code with professional appearance.
• Ensure a safe environment with undivided attention on participants at all times.
• Know, follow, and enforce all rules of the aquatics area consistently.
• Follow protocol for securing substitutes to cover a shift.
• Communicate with the supervisor by checking email and group me daily and responding in a timely fashion.
• Keep supervisor up-to-date on schedule changes and equipment damages.
• Keep all certifications current.

Skills

Red Cross Lifeguard

CPR/AED

First Aid

Leadership/Communication

Job description

University of Dayton Lifeguard role at the RecPlex requires proficiency in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid, providing a safe environment for swimmers in the Aquatic Center. The position supports varied student break periods with shifts supervised by Aquatic Supervisors and the Assistant Director.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and hold current lifeguard certifications.