Job Description

University of Missouri - Kansas City (UMKC)
Student Affairs, Campus Recreation

The Lifeguard will be responsible for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. 

Key responsibilties include: 

• Complete opening and closing task lists
• Test pool chemicals before opening pool
• Monitor Aquatic Center to maintain safety
• Maintain a clean and organized space
• 4 hours monthly in-service training
• Other duties as assigned 

Hold a current Lifeguard Certification with the American Red Cross or be able to become certified by Campus Recreation

All applicants must successfully pass a water assessment

• Complete a 300-yard continuous swim using proper strokes
• Tread water for 2 minutes using only your legs
• Timed Event: Swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive, and retrieve a 10-lb brick at a depth of 11.5 ft. Swim 20 yards on back while holding 10-lb brick with both hands, hop out of the water without using a ladder in the shallow end.
• This position requires good decision-making skills and the ability to work with little supervision. 
• Individuals must be assertive, friendly and have an extensive working knowledge of facilities and services. 

This position is posted until filled. 

Temporary, part-time, non-benefit eligible, selected candidates must work at least 5 hours a week for the entirety of one academic semester

This position is not eligible for University benefits.  Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b).  For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
 

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.