New P/T Wellness & Event Center Lifeguard Position

Title:
New P/T Wellness & Event Center Lifeguard Position

Department:
Physical Education

Reports To:
Shawn Bryan

Position Type:
Staff

Position Summary:
As a part-time WEC Lifeguard, the position holder is responsible for supervising & observing the pool environment, ensuring the safety of all bathers & visitors, enforcing all facility rules & regulations, and assisting the Aquatic Director with any aquatics related tasks as assigned. To accomplish this role, responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

Essential Functions:
- Work with fellow WEC lifeguards to keep constant surveillance of the pool and deck area & ensuring the safety of all guests
- Enforce all facility and NJIT rules and regulations, including but not limited to those posted on pool signs
- Act in emergency situations in accordance to training and WEC pool handbook
- Provides assistance with aquatic related tasks assigned by Aquatic Director, including but limited to setting up pool or deck for activities & events
- Keep accurate and appropriate records of pool usage, water chemistry, and all incidents as outlined in WEC pool handbook
- Keep appropriate certifications current and valid

Additional Functions:
Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Characteristics:
1. Achievement/Goal Orientation -Demonstrates a concern and aptitude for achieving or surpassing results against an internal or external standard of excellence, showing passion for improving the delivery of services with a commitment to continuous improvement.
2. Persistence/Tenacity -Works systematically and tirelessly to meet or exceed inherent and stated goals and standards for the position, departmental and university initiatives. Perseveres despite adversity.
3. Accomplishment Aptitude -Establishes and follows through on a systematic course of action for self or others to assure accomplishment of a specific objective. Determines priorities and allocates time and resources effectively producing desired results at the level expected for the position.
4. Teamwork/Team Orientation -Willingly cooperates and works collaboratively toward solutions which generally benefit all involved parties; works cooperatively with others to accomplish departmental and university objectives.
5. Honesty and Integrity -Acts in accordance with all university and departmental policies, procedures and expectations.
6. Communication -Demonstrates the ability to clearly express ideas, thoughts, and concepts verbally and/or in writing, as appropriate to the position and task at hand. Communicates effectively on a continual basis regarding all aspects related to the Intercollegiate Athletic and Physical Education Department.

Prerequisite Qualifications:
- State Approved certification for Lifeguard with CPR/AED & First-aid
- Additional water related certifications preferred (WSI, Instructor, exc.)
-Former Lifeguard experience preferred
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with guests and other staff members required.
-Knowledge of or ability to learn and remember NJIT policies and regulations for Facility use.
-Must possess the ability to foster a cooperative environment. Must be able to organize and coordinate.
-Ability to identify and react appropriately to "poor/ non-swimmers", medical emergencies, and unruly guests.
-Must have the ability to understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.
-Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Bargaining Unit:
Non-Aligned

FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Part-Time