Bear Center Lifeguard

*All student employment positions on campus are covered by a negotiated contract with the Union of Grinnell Student Dining Workers (UGSDW).

Position Overview:
This role involves ensuring a safe, welcoming, and professional environment within the campus natatorium. Student lifeguards serve as the first point of contact for visitors, enforce facility policies, provide accurate information, and represent the college with a positive and professional demeanor. Candidates should demonstrate strong problem-solving, time management, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Safety & Emergency Response
• Monitor the pool area to ensure the safety of all patrons.
• Perform rescues and administer first aid when necessary.
• Maintain awareness of and follow the Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Report any safety concerns or incidents to appropriate personnel.
• Facility Maintenance
• Conduct routine checks of pool chemicals and equipment.
• Ensure facility security, including locking doors when closed.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and general upkeep of the natatorium.
• Team Collaboration
• Communicate effectively with fellow lifeguards, Head Lifeguards, and the Natatorium Coordinator.
• Foster a positive and respectful working environment.
• Advise leadership on safety-related issues and concerns.
• Policy Enforcement & Professional Conduct
• Model appropriate behavior and uphold college policies, state, and federal regulations.
• Be assertive and assist in resolving conflicts when necessary.
• Report violations of lifeguard protocols to the Natatorium Coordinator.
• Remain approachable and available to patrons and staff.

1. Foundational Work Skills: Yes
2. Critical and Creative Thinking: Yes
3. Oral/Written Communication: Yes
4. Quantitative Reasoning/Literacy: No
5. Information Literacy: Yes
6. Leadership: Yes
7. Teamwork/Collaboration: Yes
8. Professionalism/Ethics: Yes
9. Global/Intercultural Fluency: Yes

10. Lifeguard Certification: Yes