Pitt's Kids Summer Lifeguard - Military veterans preferred

2025-06-06
University of Pittsburgh
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
15260
United States


Pitt's Kids Summer Lifeguard



The PITT’s KIDS Summer Camp program provides instruction in aquatics, games, and sports instruction to children ages 3 to 14 years old.

The Summer Camp Lifeguard will be responsible for ensuring the safety of campers during swimming and water activities. Key duties include monitoring the swimming area, enforcing safety rules, responding to emergencies, and providing first aid when necessary. Lifeguards will participate in assisting with swim lessons as needed and maintain a clean and safe environment around the pool or designated swim area. During mornings with no swim scheduled, swim staff will be expected to assist with STEAM activities along with our swim staff.
Candidates must hold current lifeguard certification, CPR, and First Aid certifications, and demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with children and staff. A commitment to creating a fun and safe atmosphere is essential.

DATES: 6/23/25-7/31/25, 6-weeks Monday-Thursday 9AM-3:30PM. Option to work additional hours between pre-care 8AM-9AM and post-care 3:30PM-5:30PM.

Required Orientation: 6/16/24 & 6/17/25 9AM-1PM

PURPOSE OF JOB: To work directly with the children in the aquatic environment. Provide a safe and fun space for all participants in the program. To setup and break down all equipment for the pool area. To help with all other areas of the aquatics program as assigned. Implement all lifeguard duties. Work with lead instructors and report to leadership team with feedback.

Apply today to join our team! Please include a copy of applicant's valid lifeguard certification with the submitted job application.


1. Lifeguard certification Required

2. The Pennsylvania Child Protection Clearances prior to start (FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal Background Check)

3. First Aid and CPR Preferred

4. High School diploma minimum

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.



Department: Educ-Office of the Dean

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required

Average number of working hours per week for this assignment: 26

Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday 9AM-3:30PM

Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position?: No

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Requested Pay Rate: 15

Visa Sponsorship Provided:

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Not Applicable



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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