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Auburn University

Student Lifeguard

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What they do

A Lifeguard watches swimming areas and provides for the safety of swimmers at pools, lakes and beaches. Maintains careful watch of people in the water, enforces safety rules at swimming places; rescues swimmers and treats accidents as needed.

$28,754 / year median in Alabama

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

  • Salary Range:
  • USD $11.50/Hr. - USD $11.50/Hr.
  • Locations:
  • Auburn University, AL
  • Job Type:
  • Student
  • Department:
  • Aquatics Center Athletics
  • Associated Division:
  • Director Intercollegiate Athletics
  • Req ID:
  • 7705
  • Overview
  • Auburn Athletics (https://auburntigers.com/) is excited to begin the search for a
  • Lifeguard
  • to oversee the safety of pool patrons! The facility is open daily to the public for use and is also utilized by various student groups and local clubs. Lifeguards provide safety and oversight for all activities in the facility and respond to any emergencies. They also assist with other operational duties such as guest check-in, event set-up/breakdown and clean up.
  • About Auburn Aquatics:
  • James E. Martin Aquatics Center is located between Beard-Eaves Coliseum and the Student Activities Center. It houses an Olympic-size pool with three moveable bulkheads which allow for variable distance competition and simultaneous diving as well as an instructional pool used for various classes.
  • Responsibilities
  • + Oversee the safety of pool patrons while utilizing the facility + Assist with set-up and breakdown for events + Clean-up and light custodial duties + Member/guest check-in
  • Qualifications
  • + Enrolled student at Auburn University + Current American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/Certifications
  • Please upload copy of certification with application
  • Expectations:
  • + Ability to work early mornings, nights, weekends. Summers and holiday breaks preferred + Ability to swim 500 yards, treat water with diving brick for 1 min and retrieve object from bottom of diving well
  • Preferred:
  • + Previous life guarding experience + Ability to work summers and breaks
  • Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • n/a
  • Why Work at Auburn?
  • + •
Life-Changing Impact:
  • Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. +
  • Culture of Excellence:
  • We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. +
  • We're Here for
You:
  • Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. +
  • Sweet Home Alabama:
  • The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. +
  • A Place for
Everyone:
  • Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. +
  • Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
  • Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement
  • It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Please visit their website (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.