Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title Lifeguard

Student Status Work Study Optional –You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location Springfield Campus

Department Campus Recreation

Hiring Range 12.30/hour

Department/Employer Operating Hours 6:00AM-10:00PM

How many hours per week are required? 10

Description of Primary Duties

Ensuring member safety by providing patron surveillance

Responding to emergency situations in accordance with established methods and procedures

Enforcing rules and regulations regarding pool activities and safety measures.

Reporting any repairs needed to the pool or other equipment

Performing shift cleaning duties, such as scrubbing pool gutters, using the pool vacuum, and hosing the deck

Opening and closing pool before and after operating hours and scheduled events

Performing water quality tests for the pool and spa using a test kit

Adding chemicals to the pool and/or spa when necessary, if trained to do so

Assisting participants with problems, questions, and concerns

Being knowledgeable about all URC programs

Recording attendance of the use of the pool

Filling out accident report forms and other incident documentation

Performing other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Preferred American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification. Will provide certification to desirable candidates.

Must be able to swim 200 yards continuously, retrieve a 10lb brick from the bottom of the pool, and tread water without the use of your hands or arms for 2 minutes. Failure to successfully complete the above requirements will disqualify candidates from employment eligibility for the lifeguard position with Missouri State University.

Required Certifications

Additional Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Only online applications will be accepted.

Contact Information

Email: ZKelley@MissouriState.edu

Phone: 417-836-4803

Disclaimer

Disclaimer (https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/156/docs/397337.pdf) for off campus positions only.

EO/AA and Diversity Statement

Non Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@missouristate.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, equity@missouristate.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)

Posting Detail

Open Date 10/02/2024

Close Date 10/13/2024

Posting Number 20240182STU

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)

Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)

Certificate/License-1

Certificate/License-2

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

Are you a current Missouri State University Student?

Yes

No

Do you have a graduate assistantship?

Yes

No

Would you be available to work during University breaks?

Always

Sometimes

Never

Are you on academic probation?

Yes

No

Are you currently a certified lifeguard?

Yes – American Red Cross

Yes – Through another training program

No

How many years of lifeguard experience do you have?

1 year or less

2 years

3 years

4 years

Are you currently an American Red Cross lifeguard instructor?

Yes

No

How many credit hours are you currently enrolled in?

(Open Ended Question)

Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.00 or better?

Yes

No

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