Student Assistant - Lifeguard - University Recreation

Austin Peay State University; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A lifeguard position at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville involves supervising the pool area and ensuring safety for all participants. The role requires enforcing university policies and conducting a swim test to assess readiness.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to interact with students, staff, and guests, while punctuality and reliability are expected at all times.

Qualifications

• Must pass swim test.
• Excellent communication with diverse populations.
• Ability to enforce University policies and procedures.
• Confidentiality and discretion in handling information.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise the pool facility.
• Enforce APSU policies and procedures.
• Provide lifesaving and water-safety techniques as needed.
• Communicate effectively with students, university personnel and guests.

Skills

Physical fitness

Swim test

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Policy adherence

Job description

Position Summary

The Lifeguard works under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Programs. The Lifeguard will be responsible for monitoring and supervising the pool facility and enforcing University policies and procedures. Availability: Up to 20 positions effective pril 1, 2018 FOAP : 350010-40411-61400-700

Essential Functions

• A good level of physical fitness is essential to this position.
• Ability to a pass swim test.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently (both in person and in writing).
• Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, the University community, and the public.
• Ability to use sound judgment in decision-making and personal interactions.
• Ability to accept responsibility for decisions and personal actions.
• Ability to follow directions and complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to follow APSU guidelines, policies, procedures, and emergency preparedness.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with students, University personnel, and guests.
• Ability to provide lifesaving and/or water-safety techniques for all participants.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential to this position.