About the role#
Lifeguards maintain the safety of patrons and staff in the Aquatic Center. You will practice active, preventative lifeguarding skills and provide emergency care when needed. This position requires a professional image and the ability to work as part of a team to ensure a safe environment for all members.
What you'll do#
- Respond to aquatic emergencies and provide appropriate care.
- Recognize and report pool-related hazards to the Aquatic Supervisor.
- Follow the assigned lifeguard rotation and maintain awareness of zone coverage.
- Enforce pool rules consistently.
- Forward patron questions or concerns to the Aquatic Supervisor.
- Assist in maintaining a clean pool environment.
- Complete all accident, incident, and rescue reports.
- Work all scheduled shifts or find a substitute.
- Attend and participate in all scheduled aquatic staff meetings and trainings.
- Maintain current certifications.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Enrollment at a post-secondary institution or secondary school (at least part-time, except for summer term).
- Minimum age of 16 years.
- Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification.
- Proficiency in swimming and the ability to extract victims from the pool to the deck.
- Ability to work early mornings, late nights, holidays, and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Cincinnati, Ohio.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $12.40 per hour during the academic year and $13.40 per hour during the summer semester.
- Benefits: 20% discount on programs and services, excluding the Pro Shop.
About University of Cincinnati
The University of Cincinnati is a public research institution based in Ohio. Founded in 1819, the university maintains a focus on academic programs and cooperative education. It serves nearly 10,000 graduates each year and functions as the largest employer in the Cincinnati region. The institution is known for historical research contributions including the oral polio vaccine and the first cooperative education program.
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