Position: Lifeguard (Main Campus)
Department: Campus Recreation Aquatics
Status: Part Time
Position Summary:
This position ensures the safety of patrons within the Nathan Johnson Natatorium and/or Keith Hills Pool by preventing and responding to emergencies. The position works within the department of Campus Recreation at Campbell University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintains constant surveillance of patrons within designated facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
- Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
- Always presents a professional appearance and attitude and maintains a high standard of customer service.
- Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
- Prepares and maintains appropriate activity reports.
- Ensure the safety of all participants by enforcing pool rules and responding appropriately to emergencies.
- Communicate effectively with patrons and other staff.
- Maintain accurate attendance and progress records.
- Attend staff meetings and required training sessions.
- Promote a positive and encouraging atmosphere at all times.
- Uphold, and abide by, Campbell University policies and procedures, including, but not limited to; Title IX, and Information Security including HIPAA, FERPA and other state and federal mandates.
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED. Less than high school with 1 year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified will be considered.
- Current Lifeguard certification.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
- Strong swimming skills and water safety techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.
- Be self-motivated, in order to set a good example and be a good role model.
- Be well organized and have excellent time management skills.
- Strong communication skills, including verbal and written.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and attention to detail are essential.
- Work effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people.
- Exercise sound judgment in complex and new situations.
- Upon hire, have a broad knowledge of, and abide by, Campbell University policies and procedures, including, but not limited to; Title IX, HIPAA (only if applicable), and FERPA guidelines.