SWRC - Summer Lifeguard

Abilene Christian University•Abilene, TX

23h

About The Position

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire. Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations. This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs. It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities. ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Questions? Contact Human Resources at humanresources@acu.edu or call 325-674-2359.

Requirements

Lifeguards must be currently certified with American Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate or be able to get certification before start date.
Must be able to attend in-service training
Must be able to work weekends

Responsibilities

To supervise all activities of swimmers by enforcing rules and regulations
To warn swimmers of improper activities or hazards
To rescue persons in distress or in danger when indicated, and provide proper care (rescue breathing, CPR, First Aid, and AED)
To make notifications of any accidents, rescues, or problems that have arisen
To report any equipment that is in need of repair
To assist in the cleaning and maintaining of the pool and related areas (including chemical checks)
To correctly open and close pool areas
To complete paperwork on a daily basis
To attend scheduled in-service training
To successfully and positively perform within work team dynamics
Adherence to expectations concerning working relations, job reliability, safety, training, work tasks, and supervision
To assist in any other duties as specified by the Director of Aquatics