Lifeguard- Part Time 2025

Job ID: 285058

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Summary

Maintains constant observation of patrons using KSU aquatic facilities to ensure safety. Responsible for enforcing rules, policies and procedures to maintain order and prevent accidents. Provides necessary emergency care and treatment until emergency medical services arrives.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety of patrons using aquatic facilities
• Provides care in emergency situations in water and/or on land when necessary
• Inspect the facility, analyze issues, and report unsafe conditions or equipment to the leader
• Monitors and reports water chemistry readings regularly and reports unsafe readings to the Facility Operations team
• Maintains a clean and safe aquatic area by performing basic cleaning assignments
• Enforces and educates patrons on all rules, policies, and procedures as outlined in the department and Aquatics Staff Manuals

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

None

Other Required Qualifications

Current and valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid Certifications or equivalent

Required Experience

None

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

Previous lifeguard experience preferred

Proposed Salary

Summer Rate of $16.00 per hour from May 11-Aug. 17. After this date it is $12.50 per hour.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Abilities

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines.

Knowledge

Proficiently demonstrate all water and land rescue skills. Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.

Skills

Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques. Physically fit, strong, agile and dexterous. Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills. Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite). Strong attention to detail and follow up skills. Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette.