Aquatics Lifeguard Job Description - Apply for the Aquatics Lifeguard Role

Sep 14, 2026

Aquatics Lifeguard is a health, safety, and risk management role responsible for ensuring a safe, welcoming natatorium environment. The position requires American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification (or appropriate water competency to obtain it within two weeks) and strong customer service, communication, and emergency response readiness. Key expectations include professional conduct, appropriate appearance and dress, maintaining required certifications, completing background check and standard/department trainings, adhering to communication timelines, and following policies and emergency procedures.

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Aquatics Lifeguard Job Description TITLE: Aquatics Lifeguard ROLE: The Lifeguard position is a health, safety, and risk management position within Aquatics. Successful candidates must possess an American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification or have appropriate water competency to obtain one within 2 weeks of hiring. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Lifeguards ensure a safe and welcoming environment in the Natatorium. Must possess and maintain strong lifeguarding skills. Lifeguards have the highest certification in the department and may be called upon to assist with medical emergencies throughout the SRWC. * Please refer to the bottom of this job description to view more detailed examples of job responsibilities and how they align to your personal & professional development. PAY RATE: $11 .00 per hour TYPICAL WORK SCHEDULE AND HOURS: • Schedules are assigned based on your availability. We appreciate that you are a student first. • Set schedule will be created and shared at the beginning of the semester. • Picking up shifts to help others is required when able. • Minimum of 15 hours is required. • Student employees can work a maximum of 28 hours (domestic) and 20 hours (international) for all campus jobs. APPERANCE AND DRESS: The Lifeguard will be clean and neatly attired while on duty. A RecWell staff shirt and nametag (provided) to be worn as well as lifeguard shorts. Flipflops or sandals are required. No socks, close-toed shoes, or hats. SUPERVISOR(S): Associate Director, Facility Management and Operations MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification or have appropriate water competency to obtain one within 2 weeks of hiring. • Must possess strong customer service skills. • Work both independently and collaboratively with others in diverse working groups to achieve common goals. • Strong verbal and written communication skills with coworkers, supervisors, and all RecWell patrons and guests. • Ability to positively create a welcoming environment for all and maintain a positive attitude at work. • Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. • Demonstrating an articulation of one’s own personal and professional goals, strengths, and weaknesses, and how this work experience will be a growth opportunity. • Ability to address conflict in a professional manner through problem-solving and critical thinking. HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates must apply through Handshake. QUESTIONS? Contact Chris Baker at [cbaker5@kent.edu](cbaker5@kent.edu) SUMMARY OF OPERATIONS: This area is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Natatorium. Informal recreation and events/reservations, such as open swim, lap swimming, and pool parties, fall under the purview of Aquatics. Staff provides excellent customer service, recognizes and responds to emergencies, and provides a safe, clean environment. Aquatics works closely with all other areas during emergency response. Programs in this area include safety certification courses, swim lessons, and youth swim team. OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS: • Background Check: Must obtain a background check outlined by the department prior to employment. All offers of employment at RecWell are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check (will be provided upon hire at no cost) . A plea of guilty to, a finding of guilty by a referee, jury or court of, or a conviction of any of the following shall disqualify an individual from being eligible for employment with Recreation and Wellness Services. o (1) A felony. (2) A sexual offense, as defined in chapter 2907 of the revised code. (3) An offense of violence, as defined in section 2901.01(A) (9)(a) of the revised code. (4) A theft offense, as defined in section 2913.01(K)(1) of the revised code. (5) A drug abuse offense, as defined in section 2925.01(G

FAQs

What certification is required for Aquatics lifeguard candidates?

Candidates must have American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification, or appropriate water competency to obtain certification within two weeks of hiring.

How are work schedules assigned and what hour limits apply?

Schedules are assigned based on availability, with a set schedule shared at the start of the semester. A minimum of 15 hours is required, and students can work up to 28 hours per week domestically (and 20 hours internationally) for campus jobs.

What training and background requirements must employees complete?

Employees must pass a department-outlined background check before employment and complete required trainings, including American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA, Lifeguarding, Mental Health Aid, Bloodborne Pathogen Training, and additional trainings as assigned.

Sep 14, 2026

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