Job DetailsJob Location: New Rochelle - New Rochelle, NY 10801Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 HourlyOVERVIEW
Iona University is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Lifeguard to support daily aquatic operations at the Hynes Athletic Center Pool. This role plays a critical part in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-managed aquatic environment by actively monitoring pool activity, enforcing safety standards, and responding effectively to emergencies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Aquatic Safety & Monitoring
Actively monitor pool activity to ensure patron safety and rule compliance
Maintain continuous situational awareness and proactively identify potential risks
Policy Enforcement & Education
Enforce pool rules consistently, professionally, and respectfully
Educate patrons on safe swimming practices and appropriate pool conduct
Emergency Response
Respond quickly and effectively to aquatic emergencies, including rescues
Administer CPR, First Aid, and AED support as required
Follow established Emergency Action Plans and safety protocols
Facility & Equipment Oversight
Conduct routine safety checks of pool facilities and equipment
Maintain a clean, organized, and obstruction-free pool environment
Documentation & Team Engagement
Accurately document incidents, injuries, and maintenance concerns
Participate in required trainings, certifications, and staff meetings
Customer Experience
Provide courteous assistance to patrons and address questions or concerns
Support an inclusive, welcoming environment for all pool users
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS
Required
Current Lifeguard Certification (American Red Cross, YMCA, or equivalent)
CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certification
Preferred
Prior lifeguarding experience, especially in a collegiate or community setting
Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification
Core Skills
Strong swimming ability and physical stamina
Excellent observation, judgment, and decision-making skills
Ability to remain calm and responsive in high-pressure situations
Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills
Work Environment, Physical Requirements & Schedule
Ability to work in warm, humid, and occasionally noisy environments
Extended periods of standing, walking, and swimming
Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds
Flexible availability required, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on facility needs
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and proof of current certifications to ... or apply through the online application portal.
Iona University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities.
About Iona University/EEO language
Founded in 1940, Iona University is a master's-granting private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona's 45-acre New Rochelle campus and 28-acre Bronxville campus are just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan. With a total enrollment of nearly 4,000 students and an alumni base of more than 50,000 around the world, Iona is a diverse community of learners and scholars dedicated to academic excellence and the values of justice, peace and service. Iona is highly accredited, offering undergraduate degrees in liberal arts, science and business administration, as well as Master of Arts, Master of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees and numerous advanced certificate programs. Iona students enjoy small class sizes, engaged professors and a wide array of academic programs across the School of Arts & Science; LaPenta School of Business; NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences; and Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Iona also continues to be recognized in prestigious national rankings. Most recently for 2025, Iona has been named one of the nation’s best colleges by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes and others. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report recognized Iona as one of top colleges for social mobility in the country, while Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) ranked an Iona degree in the top 5 percent nationally for long-term return on investment. Iona’s LaPenta School of Business, meanwhile,is also accredited by AACSB International, a recognition awarded to just 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
Iona offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off. For more information on our benefits and working at Iona visit the Human Resources section of our website.
Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our employees and does not tolerate discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
Iona University is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Lifeguard to support daily aquatic operations at the Hynes Athletic Center Pool. This role plays a critical part in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-managed aquatic environment by actively monitoring pool activity, enforcing safety standards, and responding effectively to emergencies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Aquatic Safety & Monitoring
Actively monitor pool activity to ensure patron safety and rule compliance
Maintain continuous situational awareness and proactively identify potential risks
Policy Enforcement & Education
Enforce pool rules consistently, professionally, and respectfully
Educate patrons on safe swimming practices and appropriate pool conduct
Emergency Response
Respond quickly and effectively to aquatic emergencies, including rescues
Administer CPR, First Aid, and AED support as required
Follow established Emergency Action Plans and safety protocols
Facility & Equipment Oversight
Conduct routine safety checks of pool facilities and equipment
Maintain a clean, organized, and obstruction-free pool environment
Documentation & Team Engagement
Accurately document incidents, injuries, and maintenance concerns
Participate in required trainings, certifications, and staff meetings
Customer Experience
Provide courteous assistance to patrons and address questions or concerns
Support an inclusive, welcoming environment for all pool users
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS
Required
Current Lifeguard Certification (American Red Cross, YMCA, or equivalent)
CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certification
Preferred
Prior lifeguarding experience, especially in a collegiate or community setting
Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification
Core Skills
Strong swimming ability and physical stamina
Excellent observation, judgment, and decision-making skills
Ability to remain calm and responsive in high-pressure situations
Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills
Work Environment, Physical Requirements & Schedule
Ability to work in warm, humid, and occasionally noisy environments
Extended periods of standing, walking, and swimming
Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds
Flexible availability required, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on facility needs
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and proof of current certifications to ... or apply through the online application portal.
Iona University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities.
About Iona University/EEO language
Founded in 1940, Iona University is a master's-granting private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona's 45-acre New Rochelle campus and 28-acre Bronxville campus are just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan. With a total enrollment of nearly 4,000 students and an alumni base of more than 50,000 around the world, Iona is a diverse community of learners and scholars dedicated to academic excellence and the values of justice, peace and service. Iona is highly accredited, offering undergraduate degrees in liberal arts, science and business administration, as well as Master of Arts, Master of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees and numerous advanced certificate programs. Iona students enjoy small class sizes, engaged professors and a wide array of academic programs across the School of Arts & Science; LaPenta School of Business; NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences; and Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Iona also continues to be recognized in prestigious national rankings. Most recently for 2025, Iona has been named one of the nation’s best colleges by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes and others. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report recognized Iona as one of top colleges for social mobility in the country, while Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) ranked an Iona degree in the top 5 percent nationally for long-term return on investment. Iona’s LaPenta School of Business, meanwhile,is also accredited by AACSB International, a recognition awarded to just 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
Iona offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off. For more information on our benefits and working at Iona visit the Human Resources section of our website.
Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our employees and does not tolerate discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
Job ID: 509200481
Originally Posted on: 2/6/2026
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