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IM-REC SPORTS JOB DESCRIPTION: Lifeguard

Intramural-Recreational Sports is accepting applications for lifeguards at the AFC pool and various aquatic programs.

Candidates must be able to:

  • swim 500 yards continuously using the front crawl and breaststroke
  • swim 20 yards using the front crawl or breaststroke
  • surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10 pound object, return to the surface and swim 20 yards back to the starting point with the object.
  • demonstrate high skill level in swimming, approaches, carries, resuscitation, assists and victim removal
  • enforce specific pool and safety rules

All lifeguard applicants must possess current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid. Copies of these certifications must be included with the employment application form.

Lifeguards typically log 10-20 hours per week, current Red Cross lifeguard training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid certifications are required. Certification in Automated External Defibrillator and Oxygen Administration preferred but not required. Good skills, attitude and customer service required under the Assistant Aquatic Director and the Aquatic Director. Varied hours. Read the job description. For more information please contact the Aquatic Director.

Wage: Starting at $6.75 per hour.

Want to become a Lifeguard? Learn about our Lifeguard Training certification programs.

To apply, please go to About Us: Jobs for application instructions and form.

 

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