Lifeguard

Position Summary: We are seeking a responsible and dedicated Lifeguard to ensure the safety and well-being 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 decision-making abilities.
•  Ability to remain calm and act quickly in high-pressure 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 pool’s schedule and programming needs.

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

About Iona University/EEO language

 Founded in 1940, Iona University is a master's-granting private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona's 45-acre New Rochelle campus and 28-acre Bronxville campus are just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan. With a total enrollment of nearly 4,000 students and an alumni base of more than 50,000 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, nursing, 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; NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences; and Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Iona is widely recognized in prestigious rankings, including The Princeton Review’s 2024 national list of “The Best 389 Colleges” and The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse’s “2024 Best Colleges in America,” which ranked Iona at #66 in the nation overall and #8 in the nation among Catholic schools. Iona's LaPenta School of Business is also accredited AACSB International, a recognition awarded to just 6 percent of business schools worldwide.

Iona offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term 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, and in particular from historically underrepresented groups.