Rec Sports | Part-Time Position

Lifeguard

Job Description
General Statement of Duties

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Professional Staff, Aquatic Supervisors, and Head Lifeguards enforce safety regulations for the protection of pool patrons; make suggestions for new or updated regulations; assist in general maintenance; and perform other duties as assigned.

Typical Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety of those who use our facility through consistent and impartial enforcement
    of the Department of Recreational Sports and Aquatic Center policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for lifeguarding programs at the facility including but not limited to
    recreational swimming, academic classes, swim team, swim club, and Rec programs.
  • Know and be able to implement the facility’s emergency action plans.
  • Assist in general maintenance and upkeep of the facility
  • Provide patrons with accurate information regarding facility operations and issues.
  • Assist with facility set-ups (lane line changes, special event).
  • Attend paid staff, Departmental, or University employee training meetings as assigned.
  • Maintain certifications as needed to meet the minimum requirements for employment.

Experience and Abilities

  • Current certification in Lifeguard Training: American Red Cross preferred; other Lifeguard
    Training agencies accepted with completion of a cross-over course to the American Red Cross
    Lifeguard certification
  • Ability to bend, lift, move and push heavy objects or equipment
  • Must pass screening tests of basic lifeguarding skills and knowledge throughout the year
  • Must be a currently enrolled student
  • Be able to work at least 12 – 15 hours a week, can work up to 29.75 hours a week

Training

  • Four (4) hours of in-service training required per month
  • Texas State Trainings as required
  • BBP Training

Experience and Abilities

  • All Lifeguards are subject to occasional accident hazards in and around the swimming pool
  • Lifeguards may be asked to occasionally perform maintenance dealing with hazardous materials
  • Any employee exposed to hazardous materials will be educated as to the proper handling and emergency procedures for each of the items

Pay Scale

In accordance with departmental policy, Lifeguard will start at a rate of $14.00/hour and is eligible for a merit raise after four months of service.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Participate effectively in teams
  • Apply problem solving skills to effectively manage difficult situations
  • Listen actively and critically

How to Apply

To Apply: Visit our website, tx.ag/recsportsemployment and fill out our Part-Time Employee Job Application

Please send your application and Lifeguard certification (if certified) in PDF format to Aquatics at [email protected]

If not certified, we can certify you at no cost if you can commit to working for us for at least one semester. This will be contingent on the availability of the Lifeguard Certification Course.

All applicants must possess an American Red Cross lifeguard certification and participate in a lifeguard skills screening and interview prior to being offered a job. Applicants will also be scheduled for a skills test and interview once they receive an e-mail confirmation and review of their application materials.

Hiring will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check. The application process will remain open until all positions are filled.

Work Hours/Anticipated Schedule
The Lifeguard position offers a flexible schedule that works around class schedules. Lifeguards’ weekly workload may vary from 15 to 29.75 hours. Lifeguards are required to work weekly, weekends, holidays, and breaks. The lifeguard position requires a minimum of 12 hours of availability throughout the week.

Contact Information
Esther Gagawals, Aquatics Coordinator: [email protected]
 Kendrick Allmendinger, Aquatics Coordinator: [email protected]

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