RECREATION AIDE (For Hire Only)

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking a dedicated lifeguard/recreational assistant to supervise the swimming area, prevent accidents, and rescue swimmers in danger when needed. You will also instruct members in activities like swimming and tennis, and ensure facilities and equipment are well maintained.

The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and willingness to perform related tasks as required by the recreation program. Training and certification may be provided as part of the position.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide recreational assistance generally equivalent to a partial high school education.
• No prior experience required; equivalent combination acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Guard swimmers to prevent accidents and ensure safety.
• Instruct members in recreational activities such as swimming and tennis.
• Maintain safety and order in the recreation area and report hazards as needed.

Skills

Guarding

First aid

Instruction

Swimming

Education

Partial high school education

Job description

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Date: Sep 2, 2026

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Occupational Summary

Provide recreational assistance to members of the Duke University community to include safeguarding swimming area to prevent accidents, instructing members in various recreational activities such as swimming and tennis, and maintaining proper condition of recreational equipment.

Work Performed

Maintain order and guard actvities of swimmers to prevent accidents; rescue swimmers in danger and administer first aid as required. Inspect facilities for unsafe areas and cleanliness, notify maintenance department for necessary repairs. Provide instruction to members in various recreational activities including swimming and tennis. Maintain recreational equipment in usable condition. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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Level Characteristics

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Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires the ability to provide recreational assistance generally equivalent to a partial high school education.

Experience

None required. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

None required. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $20.00 to USD $24.10. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: [e-mail]; phone: [phone]).

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Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

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