Lifeguarding Instructor Jobs Near Me

Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.

Current Employees and Students:

If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.

Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:

• Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.

• Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.

The Aquatic Program Specialist will work independently under guidance of their supervisor in aquatic programming. Applies industry knowledge tocreate program ideas and manages logistics for the Learn To Swim program which consists of over 500 participants annually; manages program registration process and marketing of swim lessons, recruits, hires, trains, certifies, schedules, supervises, evaluates and retains a student staff of 15-25 students; conducts staff training and directs the evaluation of employee skills to promote and assure a meaningful and appropriate program; maintains and assures the readiness of program equipment; conducts regular student staff meetings; plans for and schedules the staff necessary to conduct programs within the established budget; prepares and audits the student staff payroll, inventory, student staff uniforms, program equipment and processes purchase requisitions to replenish as needed; completes required reports, operational logs, requests, and other paperwork as required and necessary; coordinates private swimming lessons; maintains program roster for Activities and Programs with Minor Participants for the aquatics area; coordinates other aquatic programs (e.g. SCUBA, log rolling, battleship, etc.); coordinates facility rentals for programs; Provides lifeguard coverage of aquatic facilities; establishes, maintains and promotes good public relations; attends scheduled professional staff meetings and provides leadership; promotes a positive professional image and provides exceptional customer service; works to build consensus between program areas and facility/s in which they are occupying; ensures cleanliness of facility and programs; assists as directed in the supervision of special events, competitive events and facility rentals including set-up, execution, tear down and necessary cleaning; some evening and weekend hours required.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 2 years of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred. Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding and Water Safety Instructor certifications. Obtain American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification within 6 months of hire.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience in aquatic programming; supervisory experience. Masters degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; American Red Cross certifications, Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT), Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI), and Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer (LGIT); experience working with Fusion software or other program registration software; experience working in a Recreational Sports setting; experience in the administration and organization of Recreational Sports.

MISSION

The Office of Student Life fosters students' development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

CRM: FUNCTION: Student Life, SUB-FUNCTION: Recreational Sports, CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Specialized, CAREER LEVEL: Recreational Sports Specialist 2.

Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.