Student - HRC Aquatics - Lifeguard

Job Title: 

HRC Lifeguard 

Department: 

Recreation & Wellness – Aquatics  

Line Manager: 

Steven Thompson, Assistant Director of Aquatics & Safety 

Contact:  

sthompson2@butler.edu 

Work Schedule 

Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, and weekends.  

Desired Length of Employment:  

During academic calendar/ongoing. Summer employment opportunities available.  

Pay Rate: 

12.00 

Job Description:  

The Recreation and Wellness team is seeking dependable, alert, and safety-focused individuals to serve as Lifeguards at the Health and Recreation Complex Aquatic Center. Lifeguards are responsible for maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for all patrons through proactive and preventative supervision, emergency readiness, and customer service.  

Required Qualifications:  

Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or 

If not already certified, successful applicants will be required to obtain an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification prior to employment by completing a prerequisite skills assessment and enrolling in a Butler University offered certification course. The cost of certification will be covered by Butler. In return for this investment, a minimum employment commitment of one semester is required. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Previous lifeguard and/or competitive swimming experience preferred 

Job Responsibilities:  

Monitor the pool area to ensure patron safety 

Enforce facility rules and respond to emergencies 

Perform routine water quality tests and record keeping 

Provide excellent customer service to all facility users 

Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pool deck and lifeguard office 

Participate in skill audits and regularly scheduled in-service staff trainings 

Other Expectations:  

Maintain regular and punctual attendance 

Comply with University and department policies 

Ensure confidentiality of information 

Represent Butler University’s HRC Aquatic Center in a professional manner 

Learning Outcomes:  

Lifeguards will gain real-world experience in risk management, emergency response, teamwork, and customer service. Individuals will develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills while working in a fast-paced and safety-critical environment. 

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