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Lifeguard - Aquatics Center Athletics

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Please attach a copy of your current Lifeguard Certification.

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number Stu03196P
Home Org Name Aquatics Center Athletics
Division Name Director Intercollegiate Athletics
Position Title Lifeguard - Aquatics Center Athletics
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary
Auburn Athletics 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.

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?
  • Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
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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.
Essential Functions
  • 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
Minimum 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 Qualifications
  • Previous life guarding experience
  • Ability to work summers and breaks
Pay Rate $10.00/hour
Work Hours 10
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 03/18/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach a copy of your current Lifeguard Certification.
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Other
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
    • LinkedIn
    • AcademicKeys
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversityJobs
    • HigherEdJobs
    • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • Indeed
    • RecruitMilitary
    • The Tuskegee News
    • Professional organization or journal
    • Veterans Assistance Services
    • Disability Assistance Services
    • State Employment Service
    • Social Media
    • AU Job Bulletin
    • Notified by an Auburn employee
    • College or university Career Services
    • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
    • Other
  2. * Are you currently an enrolled student at Auburn University?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Are you a current American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid and can provide certification?
    • Yes
    • No