Student Lifeguard IV _On-Campus FWS

The George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The George Washington University is seeking an On-Campus FWS Lifeguard IV to manage pool safety at the Lerner Health & Wellness Center. Responsibilities include supervising patrons, verifying chemical levels, and keeping the pool deck dry while engaging with the university community.

Attendance at training on January 10th is mandatory for spring employment. Lifeguards must maintain current certifications through the term of employment.

Qualifications

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid certifications are required.
• Experience working in indoor pools and performing chemical checks is preferred.
• We are looking for candidates with great time management and a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe swimming conditions for pool patrons.
• Perform hourly pool chemical checks to ensure safe water chemistry.
• Clean the pool deck and keep it dry.
• Engage with patrons to foster a fun, inclusive environment.

Skills

Time management

Personal responsibility

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguarding

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid certifications

Job description

Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.

If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.

Position Title

Position Title Student Lifeguard IV _On-Campus FWS

Level of Support

Level of Support Student Support IV

Position Type

Position Type On-Campus FWS

Number of Openings

Number of Openings 2

Work Hours

Work Hours Before Standard Business Hours (M-F before 8am) , During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm), After Standard Business Hours (M-F after 5pm), Weekends (Saturday-Sunday)

Wage Per Hour

Wage Per Hour 19

Division/School

Division for Student Affairs DSA

Department Name

Department Name 561802 HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER

Department Bio

The Department of Campus Recreation aims to provide fun, inclusive, and engaging recreational programming and facilities for the university’s diverse community in the areas of intramural and sport clubs, fitness and wellness instruction and informal recreational opportunities.

Position Specific Summary

Lifeguards will be responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions in the Lerner Health & Wellness Center pool. Specific responsibilities include:

• Ensure all patrons of the pool are safe in and around the pool
• Perform hourly chemical checks to make sure the pool chemistry is within range
• Clean the pool deck and ensuring it remains dry
• Engage with patrons to foster a fun, inclusive environment

Attendance at training on January 10th is mandatory for spring employment. Attending trainings and audits as needed to ensure skills are up to date. Must maintain lifeguard certification throughout term of employment.

Standard Position Description

The primary role of a lifeguard is to ensure the safety of patrons in and around the pool and throughout the facility. Tasks may include: supervision of patrons, cleaning, policy enforcement, and coordinating use of all audio equipment. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.

Professional Outcomes

Required Qualifications

Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid certifications (or equivalent) are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in an indoor pool and performing chemical checks are preferred. We are looking for candidates with great time management skills and a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/04/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/20/2026

Campus Location

Work Type Designation

In-Person

Hiring Manager Name

Rachel Winer

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action ( EEO /AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.

The student employee will: Work in or have access to residence halls or other restricted areas, or have access to university key - Background check required.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• FWS Program Student Statement (Only Attach the Official Document)
• Required License or Certification Document(s)
• Class Schedule

Optional Documents