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Summer Lifeguard

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  • Richmond Campus
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  • Closing at: Jul 28 2026 - 23:55 EDT
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Title: Summer Lifeguard

Position Type: Student

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 91R100 - Campus Recreation

Division: 5R1000 - Student Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hours Per Week: 29

Additional Schedule Details: Weekday and weekend shifts available

Posted Salary Grade: Minimum $8 an hour

Contact Person: Christian Hall

 

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Campus Recreation is accepting applications for the position of Summer Lifeguard. Individuals currently holding a LG certification are preferred. There will be one certification class available to the summer guards who are hired and not already certified or need recertified. Applicants need to be dependable, trustworthy, and have a positive attitude.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure & Certifications: Currently hold a lifeguard certification or register for the summer certification class.

Preferred Qualifications:

Must be able to pass the lifeguard physical pre-test or currently hold a lifeguard certification.

Job Duties:

  • Patron Surveillance and safety - (Essential)
  • Customer Service - (Essential)
  • Maintain and clean aquatic facility - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

 

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

 

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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