Lifeguard (Wage)

The Department of Intramural-Recreational Sports, a division of Athletics at the University of Virginia, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Lifeguard (a part-time, wage position). Lifeguards work at both the Aquatic & Fitness and North Grounds Recreation Center aquatics facilities.

Lifeguards will:

• Supervise the activities of swimmers by enforcing rules and regulations
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and in-services
• Must be willing and able to work scheduled university breaks including Fall Break, November, Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer
• Must be willing to work some opening and closing shifts when available
• Work a minimum of 2-3 shifts per month
• Maintain scheduled shifts and provide periodic supervision of entire pool area, including locker rooms
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining the pool and related areas and facilities
• Warn swimmers of improper activities or hazards, answer any questions pertaining to pool. Be able to refer to Aquatic manager any outstanding concerns from patrons
• Perform rescues of persons in distress or in danger of drowning when indicated and provide emergency care as needed
• Notify the Aquatic Manager of any accidents, rescues, or problems that have arisen within or relating to the pool area, including any equipment that is in need of repair
• Successfully and positively perform within work team dynamics
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Aquatic Manager or of equal supervision
• Serve University of Virginia and the Intramural-Recreational Sports Department in a respectful, professional, and positive manner

Position Compensation: $15.00 - $16.00 Hourly

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029.

To apply, please submit an application online through Workday at https://uva.wd1.m yworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs. Search on requisition number: R0042895 .

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Experience: Current certification and/or some experience

Licensure: American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid Certification; YMCA Lifeguard Certification; ELLIS

COVID Vaccination Requirement and Guidelines

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