Transient - 4-H Camp Lifeguard

Louisiana State University

9d • Onsite

About The Position

WORK LOCATION: Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center, Pollock, LA. DESCRIPTION: The Grant 4-H Educational Center seeks dynamically certified lifeguards to work at our pond and pool as swim instructor and traditional lifeguard. This individual will serve as a lifeguard for all camp waterfront operations; provide constant surveillance of waterfront activities; maintain the cleanliness of the pool and pond area; plan swimming activities at all water areas and conduct daily swimming lessons.

Requirements

• Knowledge of and ability to perform first aid procedures and life-saving techniques.
• Ability to supervise swimmers and provide constant surveillance of pool activities to ensure swimmer safety and to respond to emergency rescue when needed.
• Ability to enforce all pool rules.
• Ability to build and maintain productive mentor relationships with children and youth.
• Ability to communicate effectively with campers, camp staff, 4-H Agents, and adults.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Preferably at least 18 years of age. Junior and Senior level college students preferred.
• Certification as a Lifeguard by a nationally recognized certifying organization (American Lifeguard Association or Red Cross).
• One-year experience working as a lifeguard preferred, OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must complete the employee background screening process by the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Unit.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and maintaining all waterfront programs.
• Ensure the camp staff and campers know and follow safety procedures at all water areas.
• Provides surveillance of pool and pond activities to help prevent injuries.
• Directs and supervises the behavior of all swimmers to ensure compliance with water safety rules.
• Teach swim lessons.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the pool and pond area.
• Daily inspection and cleaning of kayaks, canoes, dock areas, and life jackets.
• Make sure that all boating equipment is secured before personnel leave the pond area.
• Monitors pond activities to include swimming, canoe, and kayaking, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees