WSU Non-Student Lifeguard position

WSU Non-Student Lifeguard position

• 498800
• Temporary

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Department

NBE Assistant LIfeguard Lead

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$11.50 per hour

Work Schedule

Flexible

Export Compliance Requirement

No export control requirement.

Job Story

Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring patron safety by monitoring aquatic areas, enforcing facility rules, and preventing accidents. Primary duties include scanning water for distressed swimmers, performing rescues, administering CPR/first aid, and maintaining safety equipment, alongside assisting with water chemistry checks and cleaning.

Job Duties

Surveillance & Prevention: Actively scanning swimming areas to identify potential hazards or danger, preventing accidents before they occur.

Emergency Response: Responding immediately to rescues, which may include assisting distressed swimmers or providing water rescue, artificial respiration, and CPR.

Rule Enforcement: Enforcing safety regulations, facility policies, and water safety rules to patrons in a professional manner.

Facility Maintenance: Inspecting pool equipment, testing chemical levels (pH/chlorine), and cleaning the pool or beach area.

Communication: Reporting to supervisors regarding safety concerns, maintaining accurate accident reports, and working with other staff to ensure a safe environment.

Record Keeping: Completing logs on water tests, attendance, and incident/accident reports.

Required Education

This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and/or preferences.

Required Experience

This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and/or preferences.

Preferred Qualifications

ARC Lifeguard certification, Ellis Lifeguard certification, YMCA Lifeguard certification

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.