Lifeguard

Brown University•Providence, RI

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the seasonal Lifeguard position. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of the Katherine Moran Coleman Aquatics Center pool patrons (Brown students, faculty, staff, alumni, coaches, administrators, RISD students & faculty and general community members) by preventing and responding to emergencies.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED.
Current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent.
Successfully demonstrate all the following swim and rescue skills as part of the interview process: Swim Test; Brick Test; Legs Only Tread; Rescue Skills Scenarios; Spinal Injury Management; CPR/AED/First Aid Scenarios.
Ability to act swiftly in emergency situations using aquatic rescue equipment.
Thorough knowledge and application of lifeguarding skills and rescue techniques.
Ability to make quick decisions and take decisive action.
Assertiveness in enforcing facility rules and regulations.
Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment.
Leadership and public relations skills.
Must be responsible, alert, dependable and on time for scheduled shift.
Demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations.
Perform duties in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations.
Report any rules violations.
Maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).
Successful completion of a background check satisfactory to Brown.

Responsibilities

Preventing and responding to emergencies.
Ensuring the safety and well-being of pool patrons.
Enforcing facility rules and regulations consistently in a professional and customer service-oriented manner.
Acting swiftly in emergency situations using aquatic rescue equipment.
Providing care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until Brown emergency services arrives.
Supporting a diverse and inclusive environment.
Conforming to NCAA rules and regulations.
Reporting any rules violations.