Lifeguard

POSITION TITLE: Lifeguard 

DEPARTMENT: Wellness Center

REPORTS TO: Director of the Wellness Center 

DIRECT REPORTS: None

FLSA STATUS: Part-Time Non-Exempt

OF HOURS PER WEEK: 10-20

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Lifeguards are to provide the utmost safety for patrons of the Wellness Center aquatics area by preventing and responding to emergencies and providing care and upkeep for the facility. Lifeguards uphold all facility policies and ensure compliance with local and state aquatic facility and health department regulations. 

ABOUT ANTIOCH COLLEGE…

Antioch College was founded as a new kind of American college, a place where students seek to “win victories for humanity” and engage in real-world problem solving in the classroom, campus and community, and through our renowned cooperative education program. Through participatory learning and work-based education, students develop and put their ideas into practice. Guided by talented teachers and mentors, students own their education through a robust Self-Designed Major program that encourages students to explore the transdisciplinary spaces within and between the humanities, sciences, arts, and social sciences.

Antioch College embraces diversity as a core value, and considers it fundamental to excellence in education. We are an educational community dedicated to the pursuit of social justice that intentionally and consistently supports diverse and inclusive practices. We seek candidates who can contribute to Antioch’s mission through curricular development and innovation that fosters social justice, cultural competencies and understanding of diversity.

Antioch College is located in the village of Yellow Springs, Ohio – a vibrant progressive community nestled between two nature preserves. Yellow Springs is located 55 miles from the fast-growing city of Columbus, Ohio, and 30 miles from the Dayton metro area.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in the pool facility; act immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.
• Be alert and watch the assigned area without distractions such as phones or electronics 
• Handle and report all incidents in a manner appropriate to your training 
• Be able to respond, contact EMS, and provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services including Lifesaving, First Aid, and CPR when necessary.
• Perform various cleaning and maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility. Monitor the pool facility and locker rooms for unsafe conditions and hazards.
• Maintain appropriate daily activity logs and maintenance reports
• Communicate and enforce all Wellness Center regulations and pool rules in a personable and professional manner 
• Communicate any broken or potentially dangerous elements of the pool facility to the Director or Assistant Director 
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and participate in staff trainings
• Conduct swim tests for children as needed
• Work as a team with other lifeguards and staff during work and assigned special events 
• Test water, record results, and report imbalances to the supervisor 
• Set up the pool for various activities such as laps, classes, swim team, lessons etc. 
• Complete injury reports
• Assist the Director and Assistant Director in keeping the community informed of pool activities 
• Have a safety-first attitude
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• 6 months to 1-year experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified 
• Current certification as Lifeguard by a recognized source of training

PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS: 

• Ability to swim long distances quickly
• Capable of performing rescues in the water
• Ability to remain alert and focused for extended periods of time
• Endurance to handle high-stress situations, including potential rescues 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS 

• Working in an aquatics area that is kept at 85 degrees fahrenheit 
• Contact with pool chemicals when resupplying pool or spa in the absence of the Aquatics Manager.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: 

The person holding this position is considered a “responsible employee” (formerly mandated reporter) under Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 and must report known incidents of sex and gender-based discrimination and harassment to the Antioch College Title IX Office.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Application materials for this position will be accepted until an appointment is made or the position is canceled. 

To apply, send an email to hr@antiochcollege.edu. Include the position title in the subject line and submit in one attachment in Word or PDF format a resume detailing your work history and three professional references. 

Your application will not be reviewed unless all application materials are received.

Electronic applications are preferred.  Alternatively, you may send the same information by US mail:

Office of Human Resources
Antioch College
One Morgan Place
Yellow Springs, OH 45387

Antioch College is an equal opportunity employer; the College offers employment, advancement opportunities and benefits in a harassment-free environment on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competency to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation or covered veteran status. Candidates who can contribute to Antioch’s commitment to diversity and its evolving multilingual culture are encouraged to apply.