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Lifeguard (Part Time / Temporary)

Northern Kentucky University

20 Campbell Drive (Show on map)

Apr 01, 2026

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title	Lifeguard (Part Time / Temporary)
Department	Campus Recreation
Compensation Title	Lifeguard (PT / Temporary Staff)
Position Number	tbd
Position Status	Temporary
Work Schedule	Flexible
Hours per Week	flexible
Months per Year	tbd
Purpose of Position	Campus Recreation lifeguards play a vital role in keeping our aquatic facilities safe, fun, and welcoming for everyone. Lifeguards help prevent accidents in the pool and surrounding deck areas by staying alert, enforcing facility rules, and responding quickly and professionally to emergencies. Lifeguards are expected to maintain required certifications and physical readiness in line with industry standards. Attendance at all staff meetings and inservice training sessions is required to ensure everyone is prepared and confident on the job.
Primary Responsibilities	The primary responsibilities of a lifeguard include supervising the aquatic facility and assisting with basic facility upkeep. Additional responsibilities include: Monitoring pool and deck areas to ensure patron safety Educating guests on pool rules and safety guidelines Identifying and removing potential safety hazards Following verbal and written instructions from supervisors Completing required records and incident documentation Performing daily cleaning and maintenance tasks Arriving on time and prepared for scheduled shifts Communicating effectively with fellow lifeguards, supervisors, and campus staff Participating in all required inservice trainings and staff meetings
Qualifications	Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer OR YMCA Lifeguard Certification with ASHI CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid Certifications in Bloodborne Pathogens and Administering Emergency Oxygen are highly recommended Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent certification is a plus NKU will pay for you to ger certified!
Minimum Education	High School Diploma
Preferred Education	Some College
Minimum Experience	Less than 1 year
Salary	$12.00/hr
Pay Grade

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2021S1365
Job Open Date	03/31/2026
Job Close Date
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/10364
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