Lifeguard

Position Summary: We are seeking a responsible and dedicated Lifeguard to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all patrons using the pool. The Lifeguard will monitor pool activity enforce safety rules and respond to emergencies. This role is essential to providing a safe welcoming and enjoyable environment for all swimmers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Pool Supervision:

• Monitor pool area to ensure the safety of all patrons.
• Maintain constant alertness and quickly identify potential hazards or emergencies.

2. Safety Enforcement:

• Enforce pool rules and regulations consistently and respectfully.
• Educate patrons on safe swimming practices and proper pool behavior.

3. Emergency Response:

• Provide immediate assistance during emergencies including rescues and administering CPR/First Aid as necessary.
• Follow established emergency action plans and procedures.

4. Facility Maintenance:

• Inspect pool equipment and facilities for potential hazards or damage.
• Ensure the pool area is clean organized and free of obstructions.

5. Administrative Duties:

• Record and report incidents injuries and maintenance issues.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.

6. Customer Service:

• Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all users of the pool.
• Assist patrons with questions or concerns professionally and courteously.

Qualifications:

Required Certifications:

• Current Lifeguard Certification (American Red Cross YMCA or equivalent). o
• CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a lifeguard particularly in a university or community setting.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification is a plus.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong swimming skills and physical fitness.
• Excellent observational and decisionmaking abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and act quickly in highpressure situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in a hot humid and noisy environment for extended periods.
• Frequent standing walking and swimming are required.
• Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds. Schedule and Availability:
• Flexible hours including early mornings evenings weekends and holidays depending on the pools schedule and programming needs.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their application including a resume and proof of current certifications to (Online Application Portal link). Iona University Name is an equalopportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.

About Iona University/EEO language

Founded in 1940 Iona University is a mastersgranting private Catholic coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Ionas 45acre New Rochelle campus and 28acre Bronxville campus are just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan. With a total enrollment of nearly 4000 students and an alumni base of more than 50000 around the world Iona is a diverse community of learners and scholars dedicated to academic excellence and the values of justice peace and service. Iona is highly accredited offering undergraduate degrees in liberal arts science and business administration as well as Master of Arts Master of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees and numerous advanced certificate programs. Iona students enjoy small class sizes engaged professors and a wide array of academic programs across the School of Arts & Science; LaPenta School of Business; NewYorkPresbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences; and Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Iona also continues to be recognized in prestigious national rankings. Most recently for 2025 Iona has been named one of the nations best colleges by The Princeton Review The Wall Street Journal Forbes and others. Additionally U.S. News & World Report recognized Iona as one of top colleges for social mobility in the country while Georgetown Universitys Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) ranked an Iona degree in the top 5 percent nationally for longterm return on investment. Ionas LaPenta School of Business meanwhileis also accredited by AACSB International a recognition awarded to just 6 percent of business schools worldwide.

Iona offers a comprehensive benefits package to all fulltime employees that includes medical dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and longterm disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off. For more information on our benefits and working at Iona visit the Human Resources section of our website.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our employees and does not tolerate discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws. As an equal opportunity employer Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.