Student Lifeguard - Aquatics Safety & Events

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 19,286 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s Office of Student Life is seeking a Stu Lifeguard – Non-OSU – Minor to supervise safety at the McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion and RPAC Natatorium. You will enforce rules, respond to emergencies, and guide participants to safe behavior, while maintaining high standards of care and professional conduct.

Eligible applicants must be at least 14 years 11 months and under 18, be enrolled in school (not OSU), and possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR/AED-PR, and First

Qualifications

• Possess current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED-PR, and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety, rescue, and care of all patrons in and around the pool at all times of operation.
• Ensure facility security, and readiness of safety equipment.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance, including but not limited to governmental and public relations, legal and regulatory compliance, and supervising the aquatics facility.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of, and comply with, the facility rules, policies and procedures, and consistently and appropriately enforce them as outlined in the Aquatic Staff Manual.
• Maintain physical conditioning to remain rescue ready.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Assist with pool configuration changes and event transitions.
• Consistently project a positive, professional image and always provide high‑quality customer service.
• Keep up to date with staff correspondence and updates.
• Consistently demonstrate positive, effective communication skills.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Lifeguard

CPR/AED-PR

First Aid

Job description

The Ohio State University’s Office of Student Life is seeking a Stu Lifeguard – Non-OSU – Minor to supervise safety at the McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion and RPAC Natatorium. You will enforce rules, respond to emergencies, and guide participants to safe behavior, while maintaining high standards of care and professional conduct.

Eligible applicants must be at least 14 years 11 months and under 18, be enrolled in school (not OSU), and possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR/AED-PR, and First