Waterfront Lifeguard

Dartmouth College

United States, New Hampshire, Hanover

7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)

May 15, 2025

Position Information

Position Title	Waterfront Lifeguard
Position Number	0000000
Hiring Range Minimum	$17.00
Hiring Range Maximum	$17.75
Location of Position	Connecticut River waterfront, Hanover, NH
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Position Purpose	The Outdoor Programs Office is committed to offering transformational outdoor opportunities to students at Dartmouth. We engage them and the local community at a number of educational facilities, including the Ledyard Canoe Club, the Moosilauke Ravine Lodge, the Second College Grant, and cabins available for rent throughout the state. In addition. OPO advises the Dartmouth Outing Club, the largest and oldest college outing club in the country. In partnership with our student leaders, we offer trips, outdoor education seminars, workshops, and courses. The Outdoor Programs Office is a part of the Community and Campus Life Division at Dartmouth. The Waterfront Lifeguard guards and enforces regulations of the Connecticut River swim area. The waterfront swimming area opens at the start of the summer quarter and closes in early fall. Using a cell phone while actively guarding, other than for safety reasons, is prohibited.
Required Qualifications	* Open Water Lifeguard Certificate * CPR and First Aid certificates * Knowledge of open water lifeguarding * Previous lifeguarding experience * Commitment to serving the needs of a diverse community
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Employment Category	Temporary Part time
Schedule	Shifts are available afternoons, early evening, and weekends.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Department Contact Phone Number
Department Contact for Cover Letter	Brad Geismar
Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer	Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check	Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link	https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/78792

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities	The Waterfront Lifeguard guards and enforces regulations of the Connecticut River swim area. (100%)
--	Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--	Performs other duties as assigned.