Student Assistant - CRI - Lifeguard (Spring 2025)
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Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: Campus - Statesboro, GADepartment InformationCampus Recreation and IntramuralsJob SummaryThe Student Assistant will support Campus Recreation and Intramurals as a Lifeguard on the Statesboro Campus beginning Spring 2025.Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period.This position is part of CRI's Job Fair, October 28 - November 15, 2024.Responsibilities* Supervises all swimmers through proper scanning* Enforces all CRI and Aquatic policies, rules, and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries* Provides emergency intervention when needed* Provides individual assistance to members as needed* Recognizes and responds to all emergencies* Completes all necessary paperwork* Responds to inquiries and concerns of patrons* Participates in all in-service training and meetings* Reports potential hazards and unsafe conditions immediately to a Team Leader, Graduate Assistant, or Director* Maintains pool cleanliness* Must pass American Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid certifications or equivalent and American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification or equivalent before beginning to workShift Specifics* Up to 25 hours per week* Flexible with schedule of availabilityRequired QualificationsEducational Requirements* Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.Preferred QualificationsPreferred Education* Prefer certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, American Red Cross Lifeguard Management, and American Red Cross Water Safety InstructorProposed Salary$10.00 per hourThis is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.Required Documents to Attach* Resume* Schedule of AvailabilityKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesABILITIES* Consistently exhibit engaging customer service* Ability to support various constituencies served by the University* Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position* Ability to swim 300 yards non-stop only using front crawl and breast stroke* Ability to retrieve a brick in 13.5 feet of water* Ability to tread water for 2 minutes without the use of hands* Ability to perform all American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR and AED skillsKNOWLEDGE* Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student successSKILLS* Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skillsApply Before DateNovember 15, 2024Application review may begin as early as October 31, 2024.Contact InformationFor more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) ###-#### or by email at ...@georgiasouthern.edu.For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) ###-#### or ...@usg.edu.USG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at of EmploymentOffers for student employment may be contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate or three or more graduate level credit hours at Georgia Southern University.Equal Employment OpportunityGeorgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) ###-####.Other Information* Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.* This is not a supervisory position.* This position is not required to drive.Background Check* Position of Trust