Lifeguards and Swim Instructors (non-student)
Company: Northeastern University
Location: Oakland
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
About the Opportunity Summary: The Trefethen Aquatic Center is
looking for new Lifeguards and Swim Instructors to add to their
aquatic team. All staff members are expected to work as both a
Lifeguard and a Swim Instructor. Responsibilities: Arrive to work
on-time and properly attired to perform duties. Enforce facility
rules and follow policies and procedures. Open and Close the pool
according to guidelines set by the Trefethen Aquatics Center. Teach
swim lessons as needed. Assist in day-to-day operations (including,
but not limited to, staff scheduling, submitting timesheets, light
cleaning, and checking water chemistry). Addressing issues of
concern with patrons. Takes initiative to ensure safety in the
facility. Effectively scan their zone of protection and be able to
respond to any emergency. Limits conversation with members, guests,
and other staff members in order to maintain effective scanning.
Anticipate, recognize, and react to all aquatic emergencies, and
provide necessary reporting to direct supervisor. Must be able to
sit for extended periods of time while maintaining optimum scanning
vigilance of the pool. Must follow all policies and procedures set
forth in the Mills College Aquatic Center Staff Policy Handbook.
Maintain a professional demeanor during scheduled shift. Uphold a
standard of care in all aquatic emergencies. Respond to all aquatic
emergencies as described by the Emergency Action Plan. If needed,
finds an appropriate approved staff member to substitute for
scheduled shift at least 24 hours prior to scheduled shift. Be able
and ready to sell swim passes and swim gear at the Front Desk.
Qualifications: Lifeguard certification Documents to Submit: Resume
and Certifications The expected hiring rate for this position is
approximately USD $19.00 to 21.00/hr, based upon the position’s
scope, current certifications and responsibilities. Position Type
Temporary Additional Information Northeastern University considers
factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills
when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits
package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical,
vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life,
retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All
qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Rate: $19.00 - 21.00/hr
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