Lifeguard

Job Description

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in harmony with the mission statement and policies of Roger Williams University Rec Services and Aquatics Department.

  • Prevent accidents by scanning assigned zone from bottom to top and covering zone in compliance with the 10/10 rule.
  • Perform swim tests as required by Association policy.
  • Enforce health and safety rules and maintain emergency readiness.
  • Respond to emergency situations in accordance with RWU policies and procedures. Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
  • Maintain records as required.
  • Perform routine maintenance of pool, locker rooms and surrounding areas, to ensure cleanliness.
  • Check pool and rescue equipment and promptly report any problems.
  • Set up and put away equipment for recreational swims.
  • Develop rapport and maintain effective relationships with members, participants and other staff.
  • Participation and satisfactory completion of in-service trainings is mandatory.

Special Skills Needed: 
ARC lifeguard or other nationally recognized lifeguard certification is required

*Students are prohibited from driving during work-study employment with the limited exception of authorized work-study driver positions.

Starting Date

Department Information

Contact Name

Matt Emmert

Department

Athletics

Phone Number

401-254-3421

Email

memmert@rwu.edu