Department Statement
Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many
unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among
world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential
liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to
become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are
available at the University, as well as the ability to add
employment at a distinct University to your resume.
Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid
time off, free parking, and a University ‘Gate Card that provides
access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well
as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.
This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999
hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work
more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not
continue beyond one year of service.
Accountabilities
We provide training on site
ESSENTIAL DUTIES :
- supervise the activities of swimmers by enforcing rules and
regulations
- warn swimmers of improper activities or hazards
- rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning when
indicated and provide rescue breathing, CPR and First Aid
notify the NYS DOH of any accidents, rescues, or problems that
have arisen
check all safety equipment is working properly on a daily
basis, and report to the Aquatic Manager any equipment that is in
need of repair
successfully and positively perform within work team
dynamics
be on time and capable of performing tasks within team
dynamics
supervise all patrons in and around the pool area
AUXILIARY DUTIES :
- answer inquiries pertaining to the use of the pool
- move lane lines as directed
- direct all helpful suggestions from participants and others to
direct supervisor
- attend scheduled in-service training
- maintain attendance and activity record and complete required
reports
- provide periodic supervision and custodial needs of locker
rooms
- assist in cleaning and maintaining the pool and related areas
and facilities
Professional Experience/ Qualifications
- Requires knowledge of water hazards, lifesaving techniques and
first aid, recognize hazardous situations, and adopt effective
courses of action
- Requires effective communication skills and the ability to
engage positively with the public
- Requires attentiveness to visual and audible cues for
recognition and identification of swimmers in distress or in
process of unsafe behaviors
- Requires proficient swimming ability and the proper application
of rescue and first-aid techniques
- Requires current CPR / AED, First Aid & Lifeguard
certifications – We provide training on site
- Lifeguarding with CPR / AED for professional rescuers and First
Aid certification and/or beachfront certification
- Must be capable of working collegially with a diverse group of
faculty, staff and students within a university context
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Job Open Date
10/02/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can
only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy
of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train
employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the
job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any
characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal
laws.
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