Lifeguard--Student Recreation and Activity Center- Part Time/Temporary -STA

Job Title: Lifeguard--Student Recreation and Activity Center- Part Time/Temporary -STA
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 242172
About Us

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Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Maintains constant observation of patrons using KSU aquatic facilities to ensure safety. Responsible for enforcing rules, policies and procedures to maintain order and prevent accidents. Provides necessary emergency care and treatment until emergency medical services arrives.

Responsibilities

1. Ensures the safety of patrons using aquatic facilities

2. Provides care in emergency situations in water and/or on land when necessary

3. Inspects the facility, analyzes issues and reports unsafe conditions or equipment to the designated leader

4. Monitors and reports water chemistry readings regularly and reports unsafe readings to the Facility Operations team

5. Maintains a clean and safe aquatic area by performing basic cleaning assignments

6. Enforces and educates patrons on all rules, policies and procedures as outlined in the department and Aquatics Staff Manuals

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
None
Other Required Qualifications
Current and valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid Certifications or equivalent
Required Experience
None

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience
Previous lifeguard experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations

Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

Proficiently demonstrate all water and land rescue skills

Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures

SKILLS

Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques

Physically fit, strong, agile and dexterous

Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills

Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)

Strong attention to detail and follow up skills

Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
No, this position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf