West Virginia University Research Corporation Human Resources Morgantown , WV 26502
Posted 2 weeks ago
West Virginia University Division of Campus Recreation is currently accepting applications for Temporary Part-Time Summer Lifeguards (Multiple Openings.)
About the Opportunity
As a Temporary Part-Time Summer Lifeguard, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety of the pool facility and its patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. Ability to work flexible hours with evening and weekend work is required.
You will be part of the Campus Recreation Division within the Department of Student Life. This position reports to the Senior Program Coordinator.
PAY GRADE - 7
Assignment Length: Approximately 4 months
What you'll do:
Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in the aquatic facility
Work as a team to identify potential hazards and prevent injuries and accidents both in and out of the water; respond quickly, decisively, and appropriately to emergencies
Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical service by administering first aid, rescue breathing, and CPR
Maintain a high standard of customer service
Participate in regular in-service training sessions
Assist in cleaning and maintaining the pool and related areas
Perform opening/closing procedures.
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Pass a skill screening by swimming 300 yards, retrieve a 10 lb. brick from the bottom of the pool, and tread water for 2 minutes using only legs
Ability and willingness to pass a lifeguard certification course or already be certified in Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer & First Aid Certified through the American Red Cross
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
Self-motivated with the ability to work without supervision
Ability to work flexible hours with evening and weekend work required
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