Lifeguard PTS

Associated Students Inc • Pomona, CA

3h • $0 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) is a nonprofit auxiliary organization serving Cal Poly Pomona students through student engagement, leadership, employment, and Student Life programs and services. Its Bronco Recreation and Intramural Complex (BRIC) Aquatics team supports pool and lounge operations, provides aquatic safety during pool hours, and offers instructional programs, certification courses, and special events. The team provides opportunities to build leadership skills, develop professionally, and work collaboratively.

Under minimal supervision from the Aquatics Manager, the Lifeguard monitors participants using aquatic facilities, helps ensure their safety, and enforces pool-use rules and regulations. The position involves skilled work requiring advanced certification, specialized knowledge, relevant experience, and independent judgment. The schedule is 9–20 hours per week, with shifts based on operational needs.

ASI employment is open to eligible Cal Poly Pomona students who meet enrollment and academic-standing requirements. The position is designated sensitive and requires a satisfactory background check before employment. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather, including extreme heat. Employees are mandated reporters under applicable California law and CSU policy. Cal Poly Pomona is a smoke- and tobacco-free campus.

Requirements

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid for Lifeguards, Emergency Oxygen, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certifications, or equivalent. If certified through another agency, obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard certification within 30 days of hire.
• Obtain Emergency Oxygen administration certification within 30 days of hire; training is provided by ASI.
• 6–12 months of swimming experience.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain professional work conduct.
• Ability to make independent decisions and recommendations.
• Ability to follow work rules and directions, use time effectively, and work productively without close supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population and campus community.
• Ability to operate a computer workstation using word-processing, spreadsheet, and other computer applications.
• Satisfactory completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, before employment.
• Must be an eligible Cal Poly Pomona student with legal authorization to work in the United States; meet applicable minimum enrollment requirements; maintain an overall and Cal Poly Pomona GPA of at least 2.0 and good academic standing; students enrolled only in Extended University are ineligible. Exceptions to unit requirements apply during summer and to students who have applied to graduate in the current term.
• Sign an acknowledgment of mandated reporter status and legal duty to report child abuse and neglect.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of participants and act promptly and appropriately to protect patrons during emergencies.
• Enforce pool-use rules and regulations.
• Provide emergency care and treatment as needed until emergency medical services arrive.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude and provide a high standard of customer service.
• Perform basic pool and deck maintenance, including work with pool covers.
• Prepare and maintain activity reports.
• Perform other recreation-related duties as assigned.
• Attend all mandatory orientations and trainings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed