Lifeguard/Student Worker (Non-Federal)

Posting Details

Title Information

Working Title Lifeguard/Student Worker (Non-Federal) Full-Time/Part-Time Part Time Student Worker $ Amount (Hourly or Assignment Rate) 12.50 Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number S0922026 Department Name Campus Recreation & Wellness Funding Type UCA Student Help Position Summary

According to the lifeguard job description by the American Red Cross, a lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Duties: Scans the area of surveillance to make sure that patrons are safe and behaving according to the rules. Acts in emergency situations and provides rescue and first aid assistance up to his or her training level until medical personnel arrive. Inspects the aquatic facility for unsafe conditions and cleanliness to prevent accidents and reports any hazards to the supervisor. Enforces rules consistently and fairly.Fills out reports for incidents or other records for reference.

Responsibilities: Renews required certifications when they expire. Stays fit to perform job adequately, which requires swimming endurance and strength. Maintains a professional appearance. Interacts politely with facility patrons and acts as a role model for young children. Attends all meetings and training sessions for the aquatic facility staff.

University, Campus, and Community Description

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.

Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

Posting Detail Information

Employment is contingent upon the availability of funds and course enrollments

UCA EEO Statement

The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Open Date 05/13/2026 Close Date 09/15/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

MUST BE LIFEGUARD CERTIFIED.

Please upload your certification, resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

Lifeguard Certification

First Aid

AED/CPR

Previous life-guarding experience is required

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a current Lifeguard Certification that will not expire within the next 6 months?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What do you consider to be your weaknesses?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What type of work environment do you prefer?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you qualify for Federal Work Study funds? If unsure, contact Financial Aid at (501) 450-3140.
• yes
• no

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• License or Certification
• Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Other Document
• Additional Documents