Part-time Lifeguard

Western Kentucky University • Bowling Green, KY

9h • Onsite

About The Position

As a lifeguard, the primary role is to ensure the safety of users in the natatorium. The duties for this position include but are not limited to the following: Recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations, Administer CPR/AED and First Aid in a medical emergency, Take a proactive approach to injuries by eliminating hazardous situations and behaviors, Conduct daily inspection of the natatorium to recognize unsafe conditions; correct the condition and/or notify the appropriate supervisor, Enforce Preston Health & Activities Center (PHAC) and Natatorium rules, policies and regulations, Complete required documentation inclusive of but not limited to daily chemical logs, incident/accident reports, payroll time sheets, swim meet checklists, Perform maintenance tasks and cleaning as scheduled, Assist with daily operations of the natatorium, Participate in departmental annual training, monthly in-services, ongoing skills assessments, and monthly swim workouts, Assist with preparation, execution, and tear down for events (swim meets, pool parties, rental groups, ect), Other duties as assigned. Applicants are expected to successfully meet the following expectations: Adhere to all policies and expectations set forth in the Campus Recreation and Wellness employee handbook, Maintain required current American Red Cross certifications (CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer- Adult, Child, Infant, First-Aid, and Lifeguarding) (must obtain within the first 30 days of hire), Present him/herself in a professional manner and exhibit a high level of maturity, Appear presentable and well groomed in the appropriate uniform while on shift, Display respect and courtesy to Preston Health & Activities Center patrons, CRW Professional staff, student supervisors, and co-workers, Have a positive attitude while on shift, Be dedicated, prompt and have a strong work ethic, Demonstrate effective customer service and communication skills.

Requirements

• Possess current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First-Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional rescuer (must obtain within the first 30 days of hire)
• Successfully complete a pre-employment skills test
• Swim-Tread-Swim Test - 150y continuously (using front crawl/breast stroke), tread water (without hands), 50y continuously (using front crawl/breast stroke)
• Brick retrieval- Swim 20yrd to a surface dive, retrieve a 10lb brick at a depth of 10'-13', return to surface and swim back to the initial wall
• Demonstrate successful knowledge and performance of CPR/AED and First- Aid skills
• Adhere to all policies and expectations set forth in the Campus Recreation and Wellness employee handbook
• Maintain required current American Red Cross certifications (CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer- Adult, Child, Infant, First-Aid, and Lifeguarding) (must obtain within the first 30 days of hire)
• Present him/herself in a professional manner and exhibit a high level of maturity
• Appear presentable and well groomed in the appropriate uniform while on shift
• Display respect and courtesy to Preston Health & Activities Center patrons, CRW Professional staff, student supervisors, and co-workers
• Have a positive attitude while on shift
• Be dedicated, prompt and have a strong work ethic
• Demonstrate effective customer service and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations
• Administer CPR/AED and First Aid in a medical emergency
• Take a proactive approach to injuries by eliminating hazardous situations and behaviors
• Conduct daily inspection of the natatorium to recognize unsafe conditions; correct the condition and/or notify the appropriate supervisor
• Enforce Preston Health & Activities Center (PHAC) and Natatorium rules, policies and regulations
• Complete required documentation inclusive of but not limited to daily chemical logs, incident/accident reports, payroll time sheets, swim meet checklists
• Perform maintenance tasks and cleaning as scheduled
• Assist with daily operations of the natatorium
• Participate in departmental annual training, monthly in-services, ongoing skills assessments, and monthly swim workouts
• Assist with preparation, execution, and tear down for events (swim meets, pool parties, rental groups, ect)
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents
• Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Tuition discount program for employees and dependents

What This Job Offers

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