About this role
Job title: Lifeguard (Student Position)
About the Role The Lifeguard monitors the safety of patrons and conditions of the pool, reporting to the Assistant Director of Sports and Wellness. This applicant pool will remain online for the 2026-2027 academic year and will be used to hire interested students as needed. This is a student position open to current UIW students who may be hired through the Federal Work-Study Program or student employment.
What You'll Do
- Maintain lifesaving skills through in-service and personal training
- Monitor pool chemical levels
- Report any non-functioning equipment or operations to the Director of Sports and Wellness
- Perform other duties as assigned
What We're Looking For
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
- Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques
- Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork
- Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
- Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
- Dependable and punctual (due to safety and professional duties of the position, absences from assigned shifts or duties will not be tolerated)
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
- Current full-time UIW student
- Successful completion and clearance of a pre-employment background check
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
Nice to Have
- Previous lifeguard experience
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $12.00 per hour