Student Employee, Athletics - Lifeguard - 26-27 Academic Year

Shawnee State University

Portsmouth, OH

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Access Control, Athletics, Communication Skills, Emergency Response, Facilities Management, First Aid, Fitness, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Interpersonal Skills, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Sports, Surveillance, Team Player, Water Quality Testing
LOCATION
Portsmouth, OH
POSTED
8 days ago

Student Employee, Athletics - Lifeguard - 26-27 Academic Year

Salary

$11.00 Hourly

Location

940 Second St. Portsmouth, OH 45662, OH

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

POS-686

Division

Advancement and Enrollment Management

Department

AEM-Athletic/Intramurals

Opening Date

06/26/2026

Closing Date

5/9/2027 11:59 PM Eastern

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Job Description Summary

Athletics department is hiring for the position of Lifeguard - Weight Room Attendant.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Student Rec Center is multi -purpose hub for physical fitness and social connection for students. The weight room caters to all levels of consumers from casual to elite athletes.

POSITION SUMMARY, ROUTINE TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

A lifeguard's primary duty is to ensure the safety of all swimmers and prevent accidents. They are to maintain continuous surveillance, enforce facility rules, and respond to emergencies.

  • Lifeguard must be currently lifeguard and first aid certified.
  • Hazard Inspections: Check pool equipment and water conditions daily for safety issues.
  • Water Quality: Conduct chemical residual tests (chlorine, pH levels) and log readings as required by local health codes.
  • Facility Maintenance: Keep the pool deck clear of debris, sweep and mop deck, wipe down seating area and help keep clean associated areas like locker rooms.

Additional Duties as Front Desk Attendant:

  • Welcome Desk/Access Control: Greeting patrons, verifying student IDs, and managing facility walk-ins.
  • Answering Inquiries: Providing information about fitness classes, intramural sports leagues, building hours, and facility rules
  • Routine Upkeep: Performing frequent walkthroughs to ensure the weight room and cardio areas are free of hazards and stocked with machine cleaning products.
  • Equipment Re-racking: Organizing dumbbells, weight plates, and yoga mats into their proper storage locations.
  • Facility Hygiene: Wiping down exercise machines, cleaning windows or mirrors, and keeping lounge area clean.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Registered full-time SSU student
  • Eligible to work in the United States
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and follow instructions
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and social media platforms
  • Follow SSU dress code policy

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Employer Shawnee State University (OH)

Address 940 Second St.

Portsmouth, Ohio, 45662

Phone 740-351-3481

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