Lifeguard at Clarkson University in Potsdam, New York

Job Description:

Job Title: Lifeguard (Per Diem)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Athletics

Title of Manager/Supervisor: Aquatics Director

Number of Employees Reporting to this Position: 0

Rate of Pay: $15/hour

Position Summary: Under general supervision, ensures the safety of patrons of an aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies.

General Purpose: Directly responsible for watching over swimmers during open swim hours.

Remote Workdays- This is a full time on Campus position with zero remote workdays.

Position Responsibilities:

• Maintains constant surveillance of patrons in the facility; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency


• Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of


• emergency medical services


• Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service


• Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility


• Prepares and maintains appropriate activity reports


• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University's Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

Essential Skills:

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations


• Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques


• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department


• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork


• Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures


• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions


• Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures


• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion

Education:

Minimal Qualifications:

• High school age or equivalent

Experience:

Minimal Experience:

• High school age with 6 months to 1 year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified


• CPR, AED, and Lifeguard Certified


• Must present current certifications to employers

Physical Demands: The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; bend and stoop


• Ability to lift up to 50 1bs


• The individual must be able to carry personal luggage and University packages


• Ability to travel for days at a time on private and public transportation, including cars, vans, buses, subways, trains and airplanes. Driver's license required


• Ability to sit at a computer using a keyboard for extended periods of time


• Ability to stand for extended periods


• Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential


• Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents


• Other demands as required by specific position