Lifeguard, Campus Recreation

Wake Forest University

Part-time
Constant surveillance of pool area
Respond to emergency situations immediately
Perform strenuous physical water rescue tasks
Wake Forest University is seeking a Lifeguard for its Campus Recreation department. The role involves ensuring the safety of users at the natatorium, adhering to lifeguarding principles, and maintaining a professional demeanor

Job Summary

  • Lifeguards provide personal safety for individuals using the Wake Forest natatorium including the swimming pool and surrounding areas.
  • The position requires responding to emergency situations immediately in accordance with WFU policies and procedures.
  • Candidates must be able to pass a lifeguard water test including swimming 300 yards continuously and treading water for 2 minutes.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Wake Forest University is seeking a Lifeguard for its Campus Recreation department. The role involves ensuring the safety of users at the natatorium, adhering to lifeguarding principles, and maintaining a professional demeanor.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Constant surveillance of pool area
  • Respond to emergency situations immediately
  • Perform strenuous physical water rescue tasks
  • Remain alert and focused on duty
  • Communicate verbally across distance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience teaching swim lessons
  • Experience working with youth
  • Professional representation of university
  • Ability to distinguish distress signals

Key Requirements

  • Minimum age of 16
  • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
  • Pass pre-employment testing of lifeguarding skills
  • Swim 300 yards continuously
  • Tread water for 2 minutes without hands
  • Complete timed event within 1 minute 40 seconds

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