Water Safety Instructor & Lifeguard Trainer

Wartburg College; Waverly (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wartburg College invites applications for an Aquatic Programs Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and manage Red Cross–certified courses in the college pool. You will create a constructive environment, administer exams, and ensure course completion and safety compliance.

You will maintain records, communicate with the Red Cross, and collaborate with staff to ensure smooth operations and participant success in each session.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water safety practices and usage of water safety equipment.
• Current Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid certifications or equivalent required. WSI certification preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment tests and in-water skills tests (80%).
• Attend in-service trainings/mandatory skill review sessions and pass semester skill reviews (80%).

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage aquatic courses taught in conjunction with the local Red Cross chapter.
• Create a positive environment encouraging participants to meet course objectives and be prepared to answer questions.
• Administer and score final examinations when applicable and ensure completion requirements are met.
• Provide guidance to participants unable to complete course requirements.
• Submit completed course records and reports to the Red Cross within required timelines.
• Maintain professional conduct and enforce health and safety regulations for the pool.
• Be knowledgeable of pool regulations, emergency procedures, and organizational policies.
• Cooperate with shift supervisors and the Director of the W to complete assigned tasks.

Skills

Water safety

Education

Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

WSI Certification (preferred)

Job description

Wartburg College invites applications for an Aquatic Programs Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and manage Red Cross–certified courses in the college pool. You will create a constructive environment, administer exams, and ensure course completion and safety compliance.

You will maintain records, communicate with the Red Cross, and collaborate with staff to ensure smooth operations and participant success in each session.