Lifeguard- Mount Fitness (Pool) - Mount Wachusett Community College

Job Description:

General Statement of Duties

This particular job posting is an "Open Pool" position. There may or may not be available openings at this time however, when an opening does occur, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants we have on file on an as needed basis.

It is the ultimate responsibility of the lifeguard to ensure the safety of the patrons in and around the pool area through proper enforcement of all aquatics based rules and regulations as well as through constant supervision of the swimming area and its surroundings.It is the ultimate responsibility of the lifeguard to ensure the safety of the patrons in and around the pool area through proper enforcement of all aquatics based rules and regulations as well as through constant supervision of the swimming area and its surroundings.

Responsibilities: (Not intended to be an exhaustive list)

• Ensure the safety of all individuals in and around the pool area;
• Enforce all facility/aquatics policies, rules and regulations;
• Practice preventative lifeguarding;
• Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies;
• Inspect the facility on a daily basis;
• Properly complete required pool records and reports in a timely fashion;
• Participate at in-service training;
• Other duties as deemed by supervisor.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

Must possess and maintain at all times while employed at Mount Fitness current certification of the following:

• Lifeguard training from a MA state approved agency. (examples: American Red Cross, YMCA, BSA Starguard);
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer;
• Standard First Aid;
• Be at least 16 years of age in compliance with the MA State Bathing Code 105 CMR 435.23.

Equivalency Statement

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Salary: $15.00 per hour.

Hours per Week: Up to 18 hours per week.

Mount Wachusett Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Application Instructions:

This particular job posting is an "Open Pool" position. There may or may not be available openings at this time however, when an opening does occur, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants we have on file on an as needed basis.

Candidates for employment should be aware that although the COVID 19 Vaccination Requirement Policy is no longer in effect, all Community College students, faculty and staff are strongly encouraged to be up to date with vaccination against COVID-19. For additional information related to the status of the COVID19 Vaccination Requirement Policy, please visit: https://mwcc.edu/covid/

The following documents are required:

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

Deadline Date: Open until filled

Candidates may be subject to employment screening to include both a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) request and a Sexual Offender Registry Information (SORI).