Student Lifeguard (Fall)

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOM; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma seeks a lifeguard to provide vigilant supervision, enforce safety rules, and assist during aquatic programs.

You will monitor swimmer activity, respond to emergencies, and maintain safety through certified lifeguard procedures.

The role requires current lifeguard, CPR, and first-aid certifications, with a schedule that includes mornings, weekdays and some weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as an undergraduate student for Fall 2026 at the University of Oklahoma.
• Must maintain current Lifeguard certification, CPR for Lifeguards or CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer, and First-Aid certification.
• Background checks may be required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifeguarding and life safety support while ensuring swimmer safety.
• Monitor swimmers and enforce pool policies and regulations.
• Deliver excellent customer service and participate in in-service trainings.

Skills

Swim 300 yards

Deep-water dive 9-13 ft

Education

Undergraduate student enrolled Fall 2026 at University of Oklahoma

Job description

Pay Range:Targeted salary of $14.00 - $15.50/hr, based on certifications and experience

Benefits Eligible: No

Work Schedule:M-F 6am-8pm, Weekends 1pm-6pm and some after-hours
special events; Shifts vary depending on class schedule and
availability.

Travel:May be required

Position Introduction:

Provides lifeguarding, life safety support, and customer service. Maintains concentrated observation of swimmers in duty
area in order to anticipate problems. Enforces all policies and regulations and participates in regular in-service trainings.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be currently enrolled in the Fall 2026 Term as an undergraduate student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

Required Attachments:

• Resume
• Class Schedule
• Current Lifeguard certification
• Current CPR for Lifeguards or CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer certification
• Current First-Aid certification

Skills:

• Must be able to swim a minimum of 300 yards using the front crawl and breaststroke
• Surface dive to a depth of between nine and thirteen feet of water to retrieve a ten-pound brick and exit the pool unassisted without using the ladder

Required Certifications and Licenses:

• Current Lifeguard certification
• Current CPR for Lifeguards or CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer certification
• Current First-Aid certification

Department Preferences:

None

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes