What are the responsibilities and job description for the Campus Recreational Lifeguard position at Charleston Southern University and Careers?
WORK-STUDY
Campus Recreational Lifeguard
MUST BE A CSU STUDENT, ELIGIBLE FOR WORK STUDY, IN ORDER TO APPLY
Department: Campus Recreation
Classification: Non-exempt (Hourly)
Location: Brewer Center
Charleston Southern University 9200 University Blvd.
Charleston, SC 29406
Supervisor Name: Nathan Cobb Alternate Supervisor: Adam Bridges
Dates Employed:
Fall: August 21, 2023 – November 1, 2023
Spring: March 11, 2024 – April 30, 2024
Summer: May 6, 2024 – August 11, 2024
Purpose of position: Assist in fulfilling CSU Mission, Vision and Goals. Provide student with opportunity to receive experience related to educational or career objective. Prepare future graduate with integrity who are critical thinkers, skillful communicators and effective collaborators positioned to perform responsible roles in society.
Duties: The following duties are needed for this position and they are intended to provide students with experience related to their educational and/or career objective:
Lifeguards must be highly knowledgeable of all Brewer Center policies and procedures. Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
Ensures cleanliness around all areas surrounding the aquatics facility.
Lifeguards must conduct thorough inspections of pool facilities, equipment, and water to verify the safety and functionality for swimmers use.
As a Recreation Lifeguard, assertiveness and customer service play key roles in the overall effectiveness of the position.
Rate of pay (Pay Scale Guide):
$ 12/Hour paid on the 15th of the month following the month when the work was performed (e.g. work performed in June, is paid on July 15)
Qualifications: Red Cross life guard certification required.
Salary : $12